Retreat Boulevard Dam
Key Takeaway
Retreat Boulevard Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 37 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07431 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOUBLE DIAMOND INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Retreat Boulevard Dam?
Retreat Boulevard Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Retreat Boulevard Dam?
Retreat Boulevard Dam is owned by DOUBLE DIAMOND INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Retreat Boulevard Dam built?
Retreat Boulevard Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Retreat Boulevard Dam?
Retreat Boulevard Dam has a dam height of 28 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.