La Madera Ph7-1

TRIBUTARY OF TURKEY CREEK· Parker, Texas· 15 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

La Madera Ph7-1 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 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX)
Dam Length350 ft
Max Storage7 acre-ft
Normal Storage1 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDTX09760

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 9, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

JOHN WESTOFF

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of La Madera Ph7-1?

La Madera Ph7-1 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 Ph7-1?

La Madera Ph7-1 is owned by JOHN WESTOFF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is La Madera Ph7-1?

La Madera Ph7-1 has a dam height of 15 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 Ph7-1 last inspected?

La Madera Ph7-1 was last inspected on August 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.