Macomber Reservoir, located in La Salle, Texas, was completed in 1912 and serves as a vital source of irrigation for the surrounding area.
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The reservoir, with a dam height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet, is primarily used for agricultural purposes. It is situated along the Nueces River and is operated by a private owner.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Macomber Reservoir is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. The dam, built with earth and buttress core types, stands at a structural height of 20 feet and a length of 100 feet. While the reservoir currently has a high hazard potential, its condition assessment is not rated, indicating the need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures.
The risk assessment for Macomber Reservoir is classified as high, with a risk char summary of 2. Although the reservoir does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate for water management. The presence of this important water resource along the Nueces River underscores the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued functionality and safety for both irrigation purposes and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1912 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
NUECES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
280 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
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0cfs |
Frio Rv Nr Derby
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0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Asherton
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0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
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0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
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0cfs |
Frio Rv At Tilden
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0cfs |