Newman Dam No 4
Key Takeaway
Newman Dam No 4 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04869 |
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
WH NEWMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Newman Dam No 4?
Newman Dam No 4 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 Newman Dam No 4?
Newman Dam No 4 is owned by WH NEWMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newman Dam No 4 built?
Newman Dam No 4 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Newman Dam No 4?
Newman Dam No 4 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newman Dam No 4?
Newman Dam No 4 has a dam height of 16 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 Newman Dam No 4 last inspected?
Newman Dam No 4 was last inspected on September 19, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.