Color Spot Nurseries Dam
Key Takeaway
Color Spot Nurseries Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,650 ft |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09679 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BIG STATE NURSERY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Color Spot Nurseries Dam?
Color Spot Nurseries Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Color Spot Nurseries Dam?
Color Spot Nurseries Dam is owned by BIG STATE NURSERY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Color Spot Nurseries Dam built?
Color Spot Nurseries Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Color Spot Nurseries Dam?
Color Spot Nurseries Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Color Spot Nurseries Dam?
Color Spot Nurseries Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Color Spot Nurseries Dam last inspected?
Color Spot Nurseries Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.