Robinson Off-channel Reservoirs 1a And 1b
Robinson Off-channel Reservoirs 1a And 1b is an earth dam located in McLennan County, Texas, built in 1992. It carries a High hazard potential classification and has a fair condition assessment.
About Robinson Off-channel Reservoirs 1a And 1b
The primary purpose of Robinson Off-channel Reservoirs 1a And 1b is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by City Of Robinson (local government). It impounds the Off Ch-brazos River.
The dam stands 24 feet tall and stretches 7,800 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 88 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 1,710 acre-feet. Completed in 1992, the structure is 34 years old.
This dam carries a high hazard potential classification, which means that a failure or uncontrolled release of water would likely cause loss of human life. This classification reflects the consequences of failure, not the likelihood — it indicates that people live or work in the area downstream. Its condition is rated fair — the dam has minor deficiencies that are being addressed or do not pose an immediate safety threat. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 01/24/2023.
Living Downstream
If you live or work downstream of this dam, consider taking these steps: learn your local evacuation routes, check whether your county emergency management office has a dam failure inundation map, and sign up for local emergency alerts. The Texas dam safety program can provide more specific information about emergency planning for this structure.
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Location
| State | Texas |
| County | McLennan |
| River/Stream | Off Ch-brazos River |
| Coordinates | 31.49514, -97.09435 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 7,800 ft |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,710 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,710 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,529 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 88 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | CITY OF ROBINSON |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 01/24/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX06422 |
| Federal ID | TX06422 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |