Northwest Park Dam in Travis County, Texas, stands as a crucial local government-owned structure that has been regulating water resources in the area since its completion in 1984.
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The dam, primarily serving purposes beyond flood control, is an earth-type structure with a height of 20 feet and a length of 2000 feet, contributing to a drainage area of 4.3 square miles. Despite its significant storage capacity of 225 acre-feet, the dam is noted for its poor condition assessment as of April 2021.
With a spillway width of 300 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, Northwest Park Dam has been classified with a moderate risk assessment level. The dam's inspection frequency is set at 5 years, with the last inspection dated in March 2012. The dam's hazardous potential is not available, but its emergency action plan has not been updated recently, raising concerns about its preparedness for unforeseen events. Despite its critical role in water resource management, the dam's condition and risk level warrant attention to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
4.3 |
Nid Storage |
225 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Mabry Military
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Emma Long Metropolitan Park
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Cypress Creek - Lake Travis
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McKinney Falls State Park
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