Dam 12

Coryell· Coryell, Texas· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Dam 12 is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDTX06899

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 14, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fort Cavazos

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dam 12?

Dam 12 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dam 12?

Dam 12 is owned by Fort Cavazos (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dam 12?

Dam 12 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam 12?

Dam 12 has a dam height of 21 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 Dam 12 last inspected?

Dam 12 was last inspected on September 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.