Mc Neil Dam
Key Takeaway
Mc Neil Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 309 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,129 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07297 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mc Neil Dam?
Mc Neil Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mc Neil Dam?
Mc Neil Dam is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mc Neil Dam built?
Mc Neil Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Mc Neil Dam?
Mc Neil Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Mc Neil Dam last inspected?
Mc Neil Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.