Ernst Dam

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateTexas
CountyAtascosa
River/StreamTR-MACHO CREEK
Coordinates28.73904, -98.55237

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length850 ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage106 acre-ft
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
OwnerWALTER ERNST
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDTX03158
Federal IDTX03158
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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