La Frontera Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
La Frontera Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,487 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05865 |
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
SANSONE GROUP LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of La Frontera Detention Dam?
La Frontera Detention 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 Frontera Detention Dam?
La Frontera Detention Dam is owned by SANSONE GROUP LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Frontera Detention Dam built?
La Frontera Detention Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Frontera Detention Dam?
La Frontera Detention Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is La Frontera Detention Dam?
La Frontera Detention Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Frontera Detention Dam last inspected?
La Frontera Detention Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.