Igo Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Igo Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 628 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03108 |
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
JAMES WAGGONER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Igo Dam No 2?
Igo Dam No 2 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 Igo Dam No 2?
Igo Dam No 2 is owned by JAMES WAGGONER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Igo Dam No 2 built?
Igo Dam No 2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Igo Dam No 2?
Igo Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Igo Dam No 2?
Igo Dam No 2 has a dam height of 17 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 Igo Dam No 2 last inspected?
Igo Dam No 2 was last inspected on February 21, 1973. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.