Duane Hinshaw Dam
Key Takeaway
Duane Hinshaw Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06491 |
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
DUANE HINSHAW
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duane Hinshaw Dam?
Duane Hinshaw 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 Duane Hinshaw Dam?
Duane Hinshaw Dam is owned by DUANE HINSHAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duane Hinshaw Dam built?
Duane Hinshaw Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Duane Hinshaw Dam?
Duane Hinshaw Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duane Hinshaw Dam?
Duane Hinshaw Dam has a dam height of 28 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.