Talpa Dam
Key Takeaway
Talpa Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 518 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02211 |
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
CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Talpa Dam?
Talpa 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 Talpa Dam?
Talpa Dam is owned by CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Talpa Dam built?
Talpa Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Talpa Dam?
Talpa Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Talpa Dam?
Talpa Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Talpa Dam last inspected?
Talpa Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.