Montgomery Dam
Key Takeaway
Montgomery Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 505 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04053 |
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
CITY OF RIO HONDO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Montgomery Dam?
Montgomery 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 Montgomery Dam?
Montgomery Dam is owned by CITY OF RIO HONDO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montgomery Dam built?
Montgomery Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Montgomery Dam?
Montgomery Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Montgomery Dam?
Montgomery Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Montgomery Dam last inspected?
Montgomery Dam was last inspected on April 18, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.