Ojitos Trap Dam
Key Takeaway
Ojitos Trap Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 7,000 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07530 |
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
SM ENERGY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ojitos Trap Dam?
Ojitos Trap 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 Ojitos Trap Dam?
Ojitos Trap Dam is owned by SM ENERGY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Ojitos Trap Dam?
Ojitos Trap Dam has a dam height of 17 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.