Mckelligon Dam
Key Takeaway
Mckelligon Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 105 ft (taller than 99.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX08011 |
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 EL PASO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mckelligon Dam?
Mckelligon 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 Mckelligon Dam?
Mckelligon Dam is owned by CITY OF EL PASO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mckelligon Dam built?
Mckelligon Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Mckelligon Dam?
Mckelligon Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mckelligon Dam?
Mckelligon Dam has a dam height of 105 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 Mckelligon Dam last inspected?
Mckelligon Dam was last inspected on March 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.