Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04328 |
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
TYLER PIPE INDUSTRIES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1?
Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 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 Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1?
Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 is owned by TYLER PIPE INDUSTRIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 built?
Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1?
Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 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 Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1?
Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 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 Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 last inspected?
Tyler Pipe Industries Dam No 1 was last inspected on April 26, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.