Delbert Walker Dam
Key Takeaway
Delbert Walker Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 87.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 464 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07407 |
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
DELBERT WALKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Delbert Walker Dam?
Delbert Walker Dam 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 Delbert Walker Dam?
Delbert Walker Dam is owned by DELBERT WALKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Delbert Walker Dam?
Delbert Walker Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Delbert Walker Dam last inspected?
Delbert Walker Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.