Horseshoe Bay West Dam C
Key Takeaway
Horseshoe Bay West Dam C is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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) |
| Dam Length | 154 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09215 |
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
JAFFE INTERESTS LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Bay West Dam C?
Horseshoe Bay West Dam C 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 Horseshoe Bay West Dam C?
Horseshoe Bay West Dam C is owned by JAFFE INTERESTS LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horseshoe Bay West Dam C built?
Horseshoe Bay West Dam C was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Horseshoe Bay West Dam C?
Horseshoe Bay West Dam C serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Horseshoe Bay West Dam C?
Horseshoe Bay West Dam C 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.
When was Horseshoe Bay West Dam C last inspected?
Horseshoe Bay West Dam C was last inspected on April 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.