Erwin-Jordan Dam
Key Takeaway
Erwin-Jordan Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03142 |
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
J JORDAN;NELSON ERWIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Erwin-Jordan Dam?
Erwin-Jordan 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 Erwin-Jordan Dam?
Erwin-Jordan Dam is owned by J JORDAN;NELSON ERWIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Erwin-Jordan Dam built?
Erwin-Jordan Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Erwin-Jordan Dam?
Erwin-Jordan 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 Erwin-Jordan Dam?
Erwin-Jordan Dam has a dam height of 9 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.