Retamal Diversion Dam
Key Takeaway
Retamal Diversion Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 172 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 176,112 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | TX07037 |
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
International Boundary and Water Commission;Mexico Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Retamal Diversion Dam?
Retamal Diversion 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 Retamal Diversion Dam?
Retamal Diversion Dam is owned by International Boundary and Water Commission;Mexico Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Retamal Diversion Dam built?
Retamal Diversion Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Retamal Diversion Dam?
Retamal Diversion Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Retamal Diversion Dam?
Retamal Diversion Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Retamal Diversion Dam last inspected?
Retamal Diversion Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.