Frieden Development Dam
Key Takeaway
Frieden Development 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 | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 866 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07504 |
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
FREDERICKSBURG DEVELOPMENT INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Frieden Development Dam?
Frieden Development 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 Frieden Development Dam?
Frieden Development Dam is owned by FREDERICKSBURG DEVELOPMENT INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Frieden Development Dam?
Frieden Development 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.