Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam
Key Takeaway
Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 696 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02983 |
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
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam?
Tdcj Ellis Unit 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 Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam?
Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam is owned by TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam built?
Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam?
Tdcj Ellis Unit 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 Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam?
Tdcj Ellis Unit 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 Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam last inspected?
Tdcj Ellis Unit Dam was last inspected on March 22, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.