Wheeling Avenue Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Wheeling Avenue Dam, located in El Paso, Texas, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along a tributary of the Rio Grande.


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Summary

Constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet with a length of 250 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 10 acre-feet. Despite its relatively small size, the dam plays a significant role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flood hazards in the area.

Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Wheeling Avenue Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2021, the dam continues to meet its primary purpose of flood risk reduction effectively. While the hazard potential and risk assessment are moderate, the dam’s uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates contribute to its operational efficiency in managing water discharge during periods of high flow.

Overall, Wheeling Avenue Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the face of increasing environmental challenges. As a key component of the region's flood control infrastructure, this historic dam continues to play a vital role in safeguarding communities and properties from potential water-related risks.

Year Completed

1934

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

TRIB. OF RIO GRANDE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

0.18

Nid Storage

10

Structural Height

11

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.