Nopalosa Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Nopalosa Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 217 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02252 |
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
LASKER OKEEFE HEREFORD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nopalosa Reservoir Dam?
Nopalosa Reservoir 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 Nopalosa Reservoir Dam?
Nopalosa Reservoir Dam is owned by LASKER OKEEFE HEREFORD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nopalosa Reservoir Dam built?
Nopalosa 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 Nopalosa Reservoir Dam?
Nopalosa Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nopalosa Reservoir Dam?
Nopalosa Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Nopalosa Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Nopalosa Reservoir Dam was last inspected on December 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.