Dam 2

Coryell, Texas· Built 1968· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage342 acre-ft
Normal Storage200 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDTX04640

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: Yes
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 2?

Dam 2 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 2?

Dam 2 is owned by Fort Cavazos (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dam 2 built?

Dam 2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Dam 2?

Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dam 2?

Dam 2 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 2 last inspected?

Dam 2 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.