Olmitos and Garcias Crks WS SCS Site 1 Dam
Texas — Starr County — GARCIAS CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Starr |
| River | GARCIAS CREEK |
| Coordinates | 26.56127, -98.62530 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,240 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,302 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,302 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | September 18, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | STARR COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT;STARR COUNTY SWCD |
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.