Carlos Vela Lake Dam
Texas — Zapata County — TR-BLANCAS CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Zapata |
| River | TR-BLANCAS CREEK |
| Coordinates | 27.27824, -99.35790 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| NID Storage | 704 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 704 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1977 |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | CARLOS VELA |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.