Summary
Built in 2006 by designer Hugh Lowham, this earth dam stands at 32 feet high and serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 11.93 acres and a drainage area of 0.31 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1267 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Tabasco's condition assessment as of May 2021 was rated as fair. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and 80 feet wide, with one valve serving as the outlet gate. With a moderate risk assessment level, Tabasco's risk management measures and emergency action plans are currently not specified. The dam undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its integrity and safety for the surrounding area, which includes fire protection, stock, and small fish pond usage in addition to irrigation.
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Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
BELL PEPPER DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.93 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Tabasco
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