Herff Cornelius Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Herff Cornelius Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14,190 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09454 |
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
HERFF CORNELIUS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Herff Cornelius Dam 1?
Herff Cornelius Dam 1 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 Herff Cornelius Dam 1?
Herff Cornelius Dam 1 is owned by HERFF CORNELIUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herff Cornelius Dam 1 built?
Herff Cornelius Dam 1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Herff Cornelius Dam 1?
Herff Cornelius Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Herff Cornelius Dam 1?
Herff Cornelius Dam 1 has a dam height of 8 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.