Rio Vista Dam
Key Takeaway
Rio Vista Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1904 (122 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06886 |
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 SAN MARCOS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rio Vista Dam?
Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista Dam?
Rio Vista Dam is owned by CITY OF SAN MARCOS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rio Vista Dam built?
Rio Vista Dam was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Rio Vista Dam?
Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista Dam?
Rio Vista Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Rio Vista Dam last inspected?
Rio Vista Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.