Shipman Dam
Key Takeaway
Shipman Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07148 |
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
SHIPMAN FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shipman Dam?
Shipman 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 Shipman Dam?
Shipman Dam is owned by SHIPMAN FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shipman Dam built?
Shipman Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Shipman Dam?
Shipman Dam has a dam height of 31 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.