Wholecattle Feeders Dam A
Key Takeaway
Wholecattle Feeders Dam A is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00667 |
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
WHOLECATTLE FEEDERS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wholecattle Feeders Dam A?
Wholecattle Feeders Dam A 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 Wholecattle Feeders Dam A?
Wholecattle Feeders Dam A is owned by WHOLECATTLE FEEDERS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wholecattle Feeders Dam A built?
Wholecattle Feeders Dam A 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 Wholecattle Feeders Dam A?
Wholecattle Feeders Dam A 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 Wholecattle Feeders Dam A?
Wholecattle Feeders Dam A has a dam height of 15 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 Wholecattle Feeders Dam A last inspected?
Wholecattle Feeders Dam A was last inspected on October 20, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.