Tamu Detention Dam No 8
Key Takeaway
Tamu Detention Dam No 8 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,037 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,806 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07355 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tamu Detention Dam No 8?
Tamu Detention Dam No 8 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tamu Detention Dam No 8?
Tamu Detention Dam No 8 is owned by THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tamu Detention Dam No 8 built?
Tamu Detention Dam No 8 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.
How tall is Tamu Detention Dam No 8?
Tamu Detention Dam No 8 has a dam height of 8 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 Tamu Detention Dam No 8 last inspected?
Tamu Detention Dam No 8 was last inspected on September 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.