Wright Dam No 2

TR-CHACON CREEK· Webb, Texas· Built 1911· Earth· 13 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Wright Dam No 2 is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. 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	13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX)
Dam Length	1,109 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	33 acre-ft
Normal Storage	24 acre-ft

Surface Area	2 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	200 cfs
Year Completed	1911 (115 years old)
NID ID	TX02256

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: November 4, 2015

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

HACHAR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wright Dam No 2?

Wright Dam No 2 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 Wright Dam No 2?

Wright Dam No 2 is owned by HACHAR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wright Dam No 2 built?

Wright Dam No 2 was completed in 1911, making it 115 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Wright Dam No 2?

Wright Dam No 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Wright Dam No 2 last inspected?

Wright Dam No 2 was last inspected on November 4, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.