Engeling Wma Dam No 3
Key Takeaway
Engeling Wma Dam No 3 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 401 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 189 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09163 |
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
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Engeling Wma Dam No 3?
Engeling Wma Dam No 3 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 Engeling Wma Dam No 3?
Engeling Wma Dam No 3 is owned by TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Engeling Wma Dam No 3 built?
Engeling Wma Dam No 3 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Engeling Wma Dam No 3?
Engeling Wma Dam No 3 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Engeling Wma Dam No 3?
Engeling Wma Dam No 3 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.