Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b
Key Takeaway
Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 88 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06422 |
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
CITY OF ROBINSON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b?
Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b 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 Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b?
Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b is owned by CITY OF ROBINSON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b built?
Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b?
Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b?
Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b has a dam height of 24 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 Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b last inspected?
Robinson Off-Channel Reservoirs 1a and 1b was last inspected on January 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.