Fischer Park No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Fischer Park No 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,184 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07410 |
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 NEW BRAUNFELS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fischer Park No 1 Dam?
Fischer Park No 1 Dam 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 Fischer Park No 1 Dam?
Fischer Park No 1 Dam is owned by CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Fischer Park No 1 Dam?
Fischer Park No 1 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.
When was Fischer Park No 1 Dam last inspected?
Fischer Park No 1 Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.