Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,594 acres |
| Drainage Area | 108 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,814 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07164 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam?
Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 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 Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam?
Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam built?
Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam?
Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam?
Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam last inspected?
Laguna Atascosa Crossing #2 Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.