Trinidad Dam
Key Takeaway
Trinidad Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 12,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 740 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,169 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00236 |
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
LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trinidad Dam?
Trinidad 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 Trinidad Dam?
Trinidad Dam is owned by LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trinidad Dam built?
Trinidad Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Trinidad Dam?
Trinidad Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Trinidad Dam?
Trinidad Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Trinidad Dam last inspected?
Trinidad Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.