Dam 43
Key Takeaway
Dam 43 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04647 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Fort Cavazos
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam 43?
Dam 43 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 43?
Dam 43 is owned by Fort Cavazos (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam 43 built?
Dam 43 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 43?
Dam 43 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam 43?
Dam 43 has a dam height of 18 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 43 last inspected?
Dam 43 was last inspected on September 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.