Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 985 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 582 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04378 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAS COLINAS COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam?
Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam?
Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam is owned by LAS COLINAS COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam built?
Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam?
Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam?
Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam last inspected?
Las Colinas Reservoir No 7 Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.