Eagle Mountain Dam
Key Takeaway
Eagle Mountain Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 85 ft (taller than 98.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 7,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 677.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9,246 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,970 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00779 |
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
TARRANT REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Mountain Dam?
Eagle Mountain 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 Eagle Mountain Dam?
Eagle Mountain Dam is owned by TARRANT REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Mountain Dam built?
Eagle Mountain Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Eagle Mountain Dam?
Eagle Mountain 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 Eagle Mountain Dam?
Eagle Mountain Dam has a dam height of 85 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 Eagle Mountain Dam last inspected?
Eagle Mountain Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.