Engelman Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Engelman Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,882 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 751 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06992 |
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
ENGELMAN IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Engelman Irrigation Dam?
Engelman Irrigation 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 Engelman Irrigation Dam?
Engelman Irrigation Dam is owned by ENGELMAN IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Engelman Irrigation Dam built?
Engelman Irrigation Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Engelman Irrigation Dam?
Engelman Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Engelman Irrigation Dam?
Engelman Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 11 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.