San Marcos State Fish Hatchery
Key Takeaway
San Marcos State Fish Hatchery is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06338 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of San Marcos State Fish Hatchery?
San Marcos State Fish Hatchery is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates San Marcos State Fish Hatchery?
San Marcos State Fish Hatchery is owned by TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was San Marcos State Fish Hatchery built?
San Marcos State Fish Hatchery was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 San Marcos State Fish Hatchery?
San Marcos State Fish Hatchery 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 San Marcos State Fish Hatchery?
San Marcos State Fish Hatchery has a dam height of 21 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 San Marcos State Fish Hatchery last inspected?
San Marcos State Fish Hatchery was last inspected on June 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.