Dry Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Dry Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,035 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01817 |
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
MRS KIPP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dry Reservoir Dam?
Dry Reservoir 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 Dry Reservoir Dam?
Dry Reservoir Dam is owned by MRS KIPP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Reservoir Dam built?
Dry Reservoir Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Dry Reservoir Dam?
Dry Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dry Reservoir Dam?
Dry Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Dry Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Dry Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 5, 1970. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.