La Madera Ph5-1
Key Takeaway
La Madera Ph5-1 is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Max Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09759 |
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
JOHN WESTHOFF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of La Madera Ph5-1?
La Madera Ph5-1 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 Madera Ph5-1?
La Madera Ph5-1 is owned by JOHN WESTHOFF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is La Madera Ph5-1?
La Madera Ph5-1 has a dam height of 10 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 Madera Ph5-1 last inspected?
La Madera Ph5-1 was last inspected on August 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.