Max Starcke Dam

Burnet County, Texas (near AUSTIN)

River/Stream: COLORADO RIVER

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
99 ft
Dam Length
896 ft
Reservoir Storage
8,760 acre-ft
Year Completed
1951
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
421,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-11-04

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
TX00987
State
Texas (TX)
Coordinates
30.55647, -98.25659
Age
75 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.