Longhorn Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyTravis
Nearest CityAUSTIN
River/StreamCOLORADO RIVER
Coordinates30.25023, -97.71324

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height65 ft
Dam Height65 ft
Dam Length1,240 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage6,850 acre-ft
Max Storage6,850 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,520 acre-ft
Surface Area480 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge859,400 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCITY OF AUSTIN
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/03/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX01088
Federal IDTX01088
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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