Wright Dam No 4
Key Takeaway
Wright Dam No 4 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02254 |
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
DR LA WRIGHT ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wright Dam No 4?
Wright Dam No 4 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 Wright Dam No 4?
Wright Dam No 4 is owned by DR LA WRIGHT ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wright Dam No 4 built?
Wright Dam No 4 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.
What is the primary purpose of Wright Dam No 4?
Wright Dam No 4 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 Wright Dam No 4?
Wright Dam No 4 has a dam height of 14 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 4 last inspected?
Wright Dam No 4 was last inspected on June 13, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.