Watson South Dam
Key Takeaway
Watson South Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04239 |
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
MARIE WATSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Watson South Dam?
Watson South 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 Watson South Dam?
Watson South Dam is owned by MARIE WATSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Watson South Dam built?
Watson South Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Watson South Dam?
Watson South Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Watson South Dam?
Watson South Dam has a dam height of 22 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.