Ferguson Dam
Key Takeaway
Ferguson Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06207 |
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
SEARCY FERGUSON JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ferguson Dam?
Ferguson 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 Ferguson Dam?
Ferguson Dam is owned by SEARCY FERGUSON JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferguson Dam built?
Ferguson Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Ferguson Dam?
Ferguson Dam has a dam height of 19 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.