Richards Dam
Key Takeaway
Richards Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 393 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06019 |
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
TOM RICHARDS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richards Dam?
Richards 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 Richards Dam?
Richards Dam is owned by TOM RICHARDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richards Dam built?
Richards Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Richards Dam?
Richards Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richards Dam?
Richards Dam has a dam height of 37 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.