Fabens Dam
Texas — El Paso County — SAN FELIPE ARROYO
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | El Paso |
| River | SAN FELIPE ARROYO |
| Coordinates | 31.51859, -106.12564 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 12, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1938 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | EL PASO COUNTY |
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.