Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03921 |
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
RE DORRANCE HJ SALLEE
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam?
Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir 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 Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam?
Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam is owned by RE DORRANCE HJ SALLEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam built?
Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam?
Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir 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 Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam?
Metcalfes Spring Ck Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 9 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.