Roundhouse Pool Dam
Key Takeaway
Roundhouse Pool Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,445 cfs |
| NID ID | TX06412 |
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
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roundhouse Pool Dam?
Roundhouse Pool 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 Roundhouse Pool Dam?
Roundhouse Pool Dam is owned by UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Roundhouse Pool Dam?
Roundhouse Pool 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 Roundhouse Pool Dam?
Roundhouse Pool Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Roundhouse Pool Dam last inspected?
Roundhouse Pool Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.