Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,815 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02265 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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 Lake No 1 Dam?
Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam?
Vaquillas Lake No 1 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 Lake No 1 Dam built?
Vaquillas Lake No 1 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 Lake No 1 Dam?
Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam?
Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?
Vaquillas Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on February 10, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.