Rita Blanca Creek Reservoir Dam
Texas — Hartley County — RITA BLANCA CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hartley |
| River | RITA BLANCA CREEK |
| Coordinates | 36.02529, -102.49631 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 13,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 498 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 20, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF DALHART |
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.