Rhyne Dam
Key Takeaway
Rhyne Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00389 |
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
PHIL SIMPSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rhyne Dam?
Rhyne 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 Rhyne Dam?
Rhyne Dam is owned by PHIL SIMPSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rhyne Dam built?
Rhyne Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Rhyne Dam?
Rhyne Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rhyne Dam?
Rhyne Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Rhyne Dam last inspected?
Rhyne Dam was last inspected on August 1, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.