Live Oak No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Live Oak No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 64 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 375 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 375 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 93 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX07317 |
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
ZAVALA DIMMIT COUNTY WID NO 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Live Oak No 1 Dam?
Live Oak No 1 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 Live Oak No 1 Dam?
Live Oak No 1 Dam is owned by ZAVALA DIMMIT COUNTY WID NO 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Live Oak No 1 Dam?
Live Oak No 1 Dam 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 Live Oak No 1 Dam last inspected?
Live Oak No 1 Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.