Parmer Dam
Key Takeaway
Parmer Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,111 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07294 |
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
CITY OF AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Parmer Dam?
Parmer 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 Parmer Dam?
Parmer Dam is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parmer Dam built?
Parmer Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Parmer Dam?
Parmer 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 Parmer Dam last inspected?
Parmer Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.