Richards Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Richards Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01663 |
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
CITY OF BRADY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Richards Park Dam?
Richards Park 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 Park Dam?
Richards Park Dam is owned by CITY OF BRADY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richards Park Dam built?
Richards Park Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Park Dam?
Richards Park Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richards Park Dam?
Richards Park Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Richards Park Dam last inspected?
Richards Park Dam was last inspected on January 7, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.