Hudspeth Dam
Key Takeaway
Hudspeth Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 548 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 265 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06768 |
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
CLIFFORD HUDSPETH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hudspeth Dam?
Hudspeth Dam 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 Hudspeth Dam?
Hudspeth Dam is owned by CLIFFORD HUDSPETH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hudspeth Dam built?
Hudspeth Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Hudspeth Dam?
Hudspeth Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hudspeth Dam?
Hudspeth Dam has a dam height of 26 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.