Laguna Atascosa Crossing #1 Dam
Texas, Cameron County, Cayo Atascosa
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Cameron |
| River | Cayo Atascosa |
| Coordinates | 26.26778, -97.39528 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 34,579 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 34,579 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,456 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 22, 2016 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE |
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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.