Vaquero Crossing Dam

Parker, Texas· 9 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Vaquero Crossing 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 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX)
Dam Length550 ft
Max Storage10 acre-ft
Normal Storage5 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDTX09778

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

DAWN SILVIA;VLADIMIR KARPOV

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vaquero Crossing Dam?

Vaquero Crossing 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 Vaquero Crossing Dam?

Vaquero Crossing Dam is owned by DAWN SILVIA;VLADIMIR KARPOV (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Vaquero Crossing Dam?

Vaquero Crossing Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Vaquero Crossing Dam last inspected?

Vaquero Crossing Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2022. 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.