Kaufman Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Kaufman Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09049 |
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
KAUFMAN NORTHWEST INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kaufman Dam No 2?
Kaufman 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 Kaufman Dam No 2?
Kaufman Dam No 2 is owned by KAUFMAN NORTHWEST INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaufman Dam No 2 built?
Kaufman Dam No 2 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Kaufman Dam No 2?
Kaufman Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kaufman Dam No 2?
Kaufman Dam No 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Kaufman Dam No 2 last inspected?
Kaufman Dam No 2 was last inspected on February 28, 1973. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.