Fischer Park No 1 Dam

OFF-CHANNEL· Comal, Texas· Earth· 29 ft tall
High Hazard Local Government

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 Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,184 cfs
NID IDTX07410

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF NEW BRAUNFELS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.