Santa Rosa Dam
Key Takeaway
Santa Rosa Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 328 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 122,326 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00965 |
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
WT WAGGONER ESTATE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Santa Rosa Dam?
Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa Dam?
Santa Rosa Dam is owned by WT WAGGONER ESTATE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Santa Rosa Dam built?
Santa Rosa Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Rosa Dam?
Santa Rosa Dam 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 Santa Rosa Dam?
Santa Rosa Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Santa Rosa Dam last inspected?
Santa Rosa Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.