M R Murchison Dam
Key Takeaway
M R Murchison Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03278 |
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
M MURCHISON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of M R Murchison Dam?
M R Murchison 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 M R Murchison Dam?
M R Murchison Dam is owned by M MURCHISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was M R Murchison Dam built?
M R Murchison Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 M R Murchison Dam?
M R Murchison Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is M R Murchison Dam?
M R Murchison Dam has a dam height of 14 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.