Warner Dam
Key Takeaway
Warner Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 186 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 146 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06687 |
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
EBEN WARNER JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warner Dam?
Warner 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 Warner Dam?
Warner Dam is owned by EBEN WARNER JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warner Dam built?
Warner Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Warner Dam?
Warner Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warner Dam?
Warner 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.