Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 1 Dam
Texas — Hemphill County — WASHITA RIVER
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hemphill |
| River | WASHITA RIVER |
| Coordinates | 35.72189, -100.50970 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 49 ft |
| Dam Height | 49 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,843 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,843 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | May 4, 2010 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | HEMPHILL COUNTY;HEMPHILL COUNTY SWCD |
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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.