Amarillo Terminal Dam

Texas, Potter County, OFF CH-CANADIAN RIVER

Location

StateTexas
CountyPotter
RiverOFF CH-CANADIAN RIVER
Coordinates35.24167, -101.76167

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length5,930 ft
NID Storage895 acre-ft
Max Storage895 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 4, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1964
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCANADIAN RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER AUTHORITY CORPORATION

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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.

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