Espada Pit Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Espada Pit Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,715 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05447 |
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
JOHN BLOCKER;SM ENERGY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Espada Pit Lake Dam?
Espada Pit Lake 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 Espada Pit Lake Dam?
Espada Pit Lake Dam is owned by JOHN BLOCKER;SM ENERGY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Espada Pit Lake Dam built?
Espada Pit Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Espada Pit Lake Dam?
Espada Pit Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.