Tierra Linda Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Tierra Linda Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04309 |
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
TIERRA LINDA RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tierra Linda Upper Dam?
Tierra Linda Upper 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 Tierra Linda Upper Dam?
Tierra Linda Upper Dam is owned by TIERRA LINDA RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tierra Linda Upper Dam built?
Tierra Linda Upper Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Tierra Linda Upper Dam?
Tierra Linda Upper Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tierra Linda Upper Dam?
Tierra Linda Upper Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Tierra Linda Upper Dam last inspected?
Tierra Linda Upper Dam was last inspected on September 28, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.