Calaveras Creek Ws Scs Site 8 Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyBexar
River/StreamTR-CHUPADERAS CREEK
Coordinates29.35944, -98.27156

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length1,366 ft
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,413 acre-ft
Max Storage1,413 acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge7,518 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerALAMO SWCD;SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection04/28/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX01449
Federal IDTX01449
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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