Wright Dam No 5

TR-CHACON CREEK· Webb, Texas· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Wright Dam No 5 is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length770 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX09075

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 1, 2006
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ELAINE CALK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wright Dam No 5?

Wright Dam No 5 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 5?

Wright Dam No 5 is owned by ELAINE CALK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wright Dam No 5?

Wright Dam No 5 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wright Dam No 5?

Wright Dam No 5 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 5 last inspected?

Wright Dam No 5 was last inspected on March 1, 2006. 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.