Russell Dam 1

RESACA DE LOS CUATES· Cameron, Texas· Built 1931· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Russell Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage450 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)
NID IDTX04043

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 4, 1970
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

RUSSELL PLANTATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Russell Dam 1?

Russell Dam 1 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 Russell Dam 1?

Russell Dam 1 is owned by RUSSELL PLANTATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Russell Dam 1 built?

Russell Dam 1 was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Russell Dam 1?

Russell Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Russell Dam 1?

Russell Dam 1 has a dam height of 14 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 Russell Dam 1 last inspected?

Russell Dam 1 was last inspected on February 4, 1970. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.