Rw Mansfield Dam
Key Takeaway
Rw Mansfield Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 195 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06779 |
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
RW MANSFIELD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rw Mansfield Dam?
Rw Mansfield Dam 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 Rw Mansfield Dam?
Rw Mansfield Dam is owned by RW MANSFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rw Mansfield Dam built?
Rw Mansfield Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Rw Mansfield Dam?
Rw Mansfield Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rw Mansfield Dam?
Rw Mansfield Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Rw Mansfield Dam last inspected?
Rw Mansfield Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.