Vaquillas Dam
Key Takeaway
Vaquillas Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 277 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02266 |
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
VAQUILLAS RANCH COMPANY LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vaquillas Dam?
Vaquillas 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 Vaquillas Dam?
Vaquillas Dam is owned by VAQUILLAS RANCH COMPANY LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vaquillas Dam built?
Vaquillas Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Vaquillas Dam?
Vaquillas Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vaquillas Dam?
Vaquillas Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Vaquillas Dam last inspected?
Vaquillas Dam was last inspected on April 4, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.