Escarpment Dam North
Key Takeaway
Escarpment Dam North is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 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 | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 448 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28,552 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06508 |
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
CITY OF AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Escarpment Dam North?
Escarpment Dam North 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 Escarpment Dam North?
Escarpment Dam North is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Escarpment Dam North built?
Escarpment Dam North was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Escarpment Dam North?
Escarpment Dam North 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 Escarpment Dam North?
Escarpment Dam North has a dam height of 20 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 Escarpment Dam North last inspected?
Escarpment Dam North was last inspected on July 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.