Thome Valley Dam
Key Takeaway
Thome Valley Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07339 |
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
CITY OF AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thome Valley Dam?
Thome Valley Dam 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 Thome Valley Dam?
Thome Valley Dam is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thome Valley Dam built?
Thome Valley Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Thome Valley Dam?
Thome Valley Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Thome Valley Dam last inspected?
Thome Valley Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.