Simon Freese Dam
Key Takeaway
Simon Freese Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 149 ft (taller than 99.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 9,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.2M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 554.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19,149 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11,500 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,947,001 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06386 |
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
COLORADO RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Simon Freese Dam?
Simon Freese 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 Simon Freese Dam?
Simon Freese Dam is owned by COLORADO RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Simon Freese Dam built?
Simon Freese Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Simon Freese Dam?
Simon Freese Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Simon Freese Dam?
Simon Freese Dam has a dam height of 149 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 Simon Freese Dam last inspected?
Simon Freese Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.