Kuhn Dam
Key Takeaway
Kuhn Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03238 |
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
A JONES;F MATTHIESEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kuhn Dam?
Kuhn 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 Kuhn Dam?
Kuhn Dam is owned by A JONES;F MATTHIESEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kuhn Dam built?
Kuhn Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Kuhn Dam?
Kuhn Dam 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 Kuhn Dam?
Kuhn Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Kuhn Dam last inspected?
Kuhn Dam was last inspected on March 20, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.