Story Dam
Key Takeaway
Story Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,064 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07123 |
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
JAMES STORY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Story Dam?
Story 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 Story Dam?
Story Dam is owned by JAMES STORY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Story Dam built?
Story Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Story Dam?
Story 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 Story Dam?
Story Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Story Dam last inspected?
Story Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.