Old Electra City Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Electra City Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 695 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01027 |
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 ELECTRA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Electra City Dam?
Old Electra City 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 Old Electra City Dam?
Old Electra City Dam is owned by CITY OF ELECTRA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Electra City Dam built?
Old Electra City Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Old Electra City Dam?
Old Electra City Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Electra City Dam?
Old Electra City Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Old Electra City Dam last inspected?
Old Electra City Dam was last inspected on June 18, 1970. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.