White River Dam
Key Takeaway
White River Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 80 ft (taller than 98.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,477 acres |
| Drainage Area | 172 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 121,015 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02143 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WHITE RIVER MWD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of White River Dam?
White River Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates White River Dam?
White River Dam is owned by WHITE RIVER MWD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White River Dam built?
White River Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 White River Dam?
White River 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 White River Dam?
White River Dam has a dam height of 80 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 White River Dam last inspected?
White River Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.