Sulphur Springs Draw Dam
Key Takeaway
Sulphur Springs Draw Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,787 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 970 acres |
| Drainage Area | 258 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 210,870 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06482 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sulphur Springs Draw Dam?
Sulphur Springs Draw 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 Sulphur Springs Draw Dam?
Sulphur Springs Draw 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 Sulphur Springs Draw Dam built?
Sulphur Springs Draw Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Sulphur Springs Draw Dam?
Sulphur Springs Draw Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sulphur Springs Draw Dam?
Sulphur Springs Draw Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Sulphur Springs Draw Dam last inspected?
Sulphur Springs Draw Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.