Retamal Diversion Dam
Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hidalgo |
| Nearest City | Linda |
| River/Stream | Rio Grande |
| Coordinates | 26.05132, -98.03452 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Length | 172 ft |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 6,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,000 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 176,112 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Owner | International Boundary and Water Commission;Mexico Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 02/01/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |