Roberts Dam
Key Takeaway
Roberts Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Max Storage | 384 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07329 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DAVID ROBERTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roberts Dam?
Roberts Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Roberts Dam?
Roberts Dam is owned by DAVID ROBERTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Roberts Dam?
Roberts Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Roberts Dam last inspected?
Roberts Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.