Santa Fe Railroad Dam
Key Takeaway
Santa Fe Railroad Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02218 |
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
GULF COLO SANTA FE RR CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Santa Fe Railroad Dam?
Santa Fe Railroad 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 Santa Fe Railroad Dam?
Santa Fe Railroad Dam is owned by GULF COLO SANTA FE RR CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Santa Fe Railroad Dam built?
Santa Fe Railroad Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Santa Fe Railroad Dam?
Santa Fe Railroad Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Santa Fe Railroad Dam?
Santa Fe Railroad 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.