Roos Dam A
Key Takeaway
Roos Dam A is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 79 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04044 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Roos Dam A?
Roos Dam A 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 Roos Dam A?
Roos Dam A is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roos Dam A built?
Roos Dam A was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Roos Dam A?
Roos Dam A serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roos Dam A?
Roos Dam A has a dam height of 7 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 Roos Dam A last inspected?
Roos Dam A was last inspected on August 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.