Sulphur Springs Draw Dam

Texas — Martin County — SULPHUR SPRINGS DRAW

Location

StateTexas
CountyMartin
RiverSULPHUR SPRINGS DRAW
Coordinates32.32167, -101.74889

Physical Characteristics

NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length4,787 ft
NID Storage20,692 acre-ft
Max Storage20,692 acre-ft
Surface Area970 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 12, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1993
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCOLORADO RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

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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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