Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05822 |
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
CONCHO COUNTY;CONCHO SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 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 Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam is owned by CONCHO COUNTY;CONCHO SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam built?
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam last inspected?
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.