Dams in Castro County, Texas
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Castro County, Texas
Castro County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Castro County is 60 years old. The most common purpose is irrigation. The tallest dam is Lower Running Water Draw Ws Scs Site 1 Dam at 38 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Running Water Draw Ws Scs Site 1 Dam | Significant | Fair | 38 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1980 |
| Cosby Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1965 |
| Schwalker Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | 1965 |
| Cone Johnson Dam | Low | Not Rated | 17 | Irrigation | 1971 |
| Lemons Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 15 | Irrigation | 1947 |