La Reata Dam
Key Takeaway
La Reata Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 88.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,286 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04583 |
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
MARILYN MARTIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of La Reata Dam?
La Reata 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 La Reata Dam?
La Reata Dam is owned by MARILYN MARTIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Reata Dam built?
La Reata Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Reata Dam?
La Reata Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Reata Dam?
La Reata Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Reata Dam last inspected?
La Reata Dam was last inspected on May 25, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.