Watson West Dam
Key Takeaway
Watson West Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02950 |
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 West Dam?
Watson West 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 West Dam?
Watson West Dam is owned by MARIE WATSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Watson West Dam built?
Watson West Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 West Dam?
Watson West Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Watson West Dam?
Watson West Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Watson West Dam last inspected?
Watson West Dam was last inspected on March 17, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.