Retamal Diversion Dam
Texas — Hidalgo County — Rio Grande
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hidalgo |
| River | Rio Grande |
| Coordinates | 26.05132, -98.03452 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Length | 172 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 1, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1975 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | International Boundary and Water Commission;Mexico Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas |
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.