Memphis Avenue Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyEl Paso
Nearest CityEL PASO
River/StreamTRIB OF RIO GRANDE
Coordinates31.79958, -106.46888

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length350 ft
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage11 acre-ft
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge707 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF EL PASO
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/12/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX07017
Federal IDTX07017
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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