La Casita Dam
Key Takeaway
La Casita Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,171 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01702 |
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
ELOY GARZA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of La Casita Dam?
La Casita Dam 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 La Casita Dam?
La Casita Dam is owned by ELOY GARZA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Casita Dam built?
La Casita Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 La Casita Dam?
La Casita Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is La Casita Dam?
La Casita Dam has a dam height of 21 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 La Casita Dam last inspected?
La Casita Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.