Stp Main Cooling Reservoir Dam

Texas — Matagorda County — OFF CH-COLORADO RIVER

Location

StateTexas
CountyMatagorda
RiverOFF CH-COLORADO RIVER
Coordinates28.74289, -96.05982

Physical Characteristics

NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length65,505 ft
NID Storage250,000 acre-ft
Max Storage250,000 acre-ft
Surface Area7,000 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 23, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1981
Primary PurposeOther
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSTP NOC

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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.

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