Amistad Dam
Texas, Val Verde County, Rio Grande
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Val Verde |
| River | Rio Grande |
| Coordinates | 29.44983, -101.05703 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 287 ft |
| Dam Height | 254 ft |
| Dam Length | 32,022 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,128,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,128,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 31, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1969 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | International Boundary and Water Commission;Mexico Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas |
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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.