Located on the Guadalupe River in Texas, the Salt Water Barrier and Diversion Dam is a state-regulated structure designed by Forrest and Cotton for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Completed in 1964, this buttress-type dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a length of 213 feet, providing a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet. While it does not have a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate for water control.
Despite its age, the dam's condition remains unrated as of the last inspection in 1976, with a high risk assessment due to its potential hazard. The structure is not owned or funded by any federal agency, but is under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this dam an intriguing example of early water management efforts in Texas, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and risk management for sustainable water use in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
213 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
GUADALUPE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Guadalupe Rv Nr Tivoli
|
472cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Sh 35 Nr Tivoli
|
307cfs |
North End Of Gbra Calhoun Canal Nr Long Mott
|
32cfs |
San Antonio Rv Nr Mcfaddin
|
213cfs |
Guadalupe Rv Nr Bloomington
|
257cfs |
Placedo Ck Nr Placedo
|
10cfs |