Tres Vistas Estates Dam

dickeys branch· Parker, Texas· Earth· 24 ft tall
Significant Hazard Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Tres Vistas Estates Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage179 acre-ft
Normal Storage133 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge14,780 cfs
NID IDTX07278

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 18, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tres Vistas Estates Dam?

Tres Vistas Estates 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 Tres Vistas Estates Dam?

Tres Vistas Estates Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Tres Vistas Estates Dam?

Tres Vistas Estates Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Tres Vistas Estates Dam last inspected?

Tres Vistas Estates Dam was last inspected on December 18, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.