Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam
Key Takeaway
Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 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 | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09243 |
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
VILLAGE CREEK OF ELDORADO HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION;YORKTOWN DEVELOPMENT LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam?
Eldorado Detention Basin E 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 Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam?
Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam is owned by VILLAGE CREEK OF ELDORADO HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION;YORKTOWN DEVELOPMENT LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam built?
Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam?
Eldorado Detention Basin E 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 Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam?
Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam last inspected?
Eldorado Detention Basin E Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.