Dam 46
Key Takeaway
Dam 46 is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 | 49 ft (taller than 93% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 279 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX02350 |
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
Fort Cavazos
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dam 46?
Dam 46 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 Dam 46?
Dam 46 is owned by Fort Cavazos (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Dam 46?
Dam 46 has a dam height of 49 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 46 last inspected?
Dam 46 was last inspected on September 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.