Dam 47
Key Takeaway
Dam 47 is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,109 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,019 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02347 |
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 47?
Dam 47 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 47?
Dam 47 is owned by Fort Cavazos (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam 47 built?
Dam 47 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 47?
Dam 47 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dam 47?
Dam 47 has a dam height of 32 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 47 last inspected?
Dam 47 was last inspected on September 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.