Decker Dry Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Decker Dry Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 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 | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,690 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07489 |
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
SCHWARTZ PAGE & HARDING LLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Decker Dry Detention Dam?
Decker Dry Detention Dam 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 Decker Dry Detention Dam?
Decker Dry Detention Dam is owned by SCHWARTZ PAGE & HARDING LLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Decker Dry Detention Dam built?
Decker Dry Detention Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Decker Dry Detention Dam?
Decker Dry Detention Dam 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 Decker Dry Detention Dam?
Decker Dry Detention Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Decker Dry Detention Dam last inspected?
Decker Dry Detention Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.