Fabens Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyEl Paso
Nearest CityFABENS
River/StreamSAN FELIPE ARROYO
Coordinates31.51859, -106.12564

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height40 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length1,200 ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,500 acre-ft
Max Storage1,500 acre-ft
Surface Area64 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge3 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerEL PASO COUNTY
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/12/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX01958
Federal IDTX01958
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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