Fairview Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Fairview Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03171 |
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
FAIRVIEW FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fairview Farms Dam?
Fairview Farms 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 Fairview Farms Dam?
Fairview Farms Dam is owned by FAIRVIEW FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairview Farms Dam built?
Fairview Farms Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Fairview Farms Dam?
Fairview Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fairview Farms Dam?
Fairview Farms Dam has a dam height of 14 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.