Worth Dam
Key Takeaway
Worth Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06304 |
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
WILLIAM K ANDERSON ET UX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Worth Dam?
Worth 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 Worth Dam?
Worth Dam is owned by WILLIAM K ANDERSON ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Worth Dam built?
Worth Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Worth Dam?
Worth Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Worth Dam?
Worth Dam has a dam height of 36 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.