Aquarena Dam
Texas — Hays County — SAN MARCOS RIVER
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hays |
| River | SAN MARCOS RIVER |
| Coordinates | 29.88977, -97.93432 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| NID Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 8, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1849 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY |
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.