Holland Dam Site B
Key Takeaway
Holland Dam Site B is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02022 |
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
HOLLAND TEXAS DAM AND IRRIGATION COMPANY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Holland Dam Site B?
Holland Dam Site B 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 Holland Dam Site B?
Holland Dam Site B is owned by HOLLAND TEXAS DAM AND IRRIGATION COMPANY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holland Dam Site B built?
Holland Dam Site B was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Holland Dam Site B?
Holland Dam Site B 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 Holland Dam Site B?
Holland Dam Site B has a dam height of 18 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 Holland Dam Site B last inspected?
Holland Dam Site B was last inspected on May 3, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.