Mecom Lake Dam
Texas — Zapata County — TR-RIO GRANDE
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Zapata |
| River | TR-RIO GRANDE |
| Coordinates | 27.11956, -99.42119 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,125 ft |
| NID Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1967 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | LANNIE MECOM MOSES ET AL |
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.