United Off-Channel Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
United Off-Channel Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 768 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 672 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 49 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 735 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07545 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UNITED IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of United Off-Channel Reservoir Dam?
United Off-Channel Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates United Off-Channel Reservoir Dam?
United Off-Channel Reservoir Dam is owned by UNITED IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is United Off-Channel Reservoir Dam?
United Off-Channel Reservoir 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.