Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. 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 | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07303 |
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
HIDALGO COUNTY WID 3
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam?
Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir 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 Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam?
Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam is owned by HIDALGO COUNTY WID 3 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam built?
Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam?
Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam 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.
When was Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Hidalgo County Wid No 3 Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.