Somerville Dam

Texas — Washington County — YEGUA CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyWashington
RiverYEGUA CREEK
Coordinates30.32040, -96.52409

Physical Characteristics

NID Height80 ft
Dam Height80 ft
Dam Length20,210 ft
NID Storage1,042,000 acre-ft
Max Storage1,042,000 acre-ft
Surface Area6,430 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 16, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1967
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Fort Worth District

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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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