Darsey Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Darsey Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 362 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,080 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06680 |
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
LESLIE DARSEY
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Darsey Dam No 1?
Darsey Dam No 1 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 Darsey Dam No 1?
Darsey Dam No 1 is owned by LESLIE DARSEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Darsey Dam No 1 built?
Darsey Dam No 1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Darsey Dam No 1?
Darsey Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Darsey Dam No 1?
Darsey Dam No 1 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.