Favre Dam
Key Takeaway
Favre Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 762 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07236 |
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
STEVE FAVRE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Favre Dam?
Favre 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 Favre Dam?
Favre Dam is owned by STEVE FAVRE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Favre Dam built?
Favre Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Favre Dam?
Favre Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Favre Dam?
Favre Dam has a dam height of 29 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.