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American Dam

1935 establishments in New Mexico1935 establishments in TexasBuildings and structures in Doña Ana County, New MexicoBuildings and structures in El Paso County, TexasDams completed in 1935
Dams in New MexicoDams in TexasDams on the Rio GrandeUnited States local public utility dams
American Dam and Canal at Smeltertown El Paso Texas
American Dam and Canal at Smeltertown El Paso Texas

The American Dam, or American Diversion Dam, is a diversion dam on the Rio Grande in El Paso, Texas, that divides the river water between Mexico and the U.S. It is about 140 feet (43 m) north of the point where the west bank of the river enters Mexico, 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from the business center. The dam is operated by the International Boundary and Water Commission. It started operation in 1938.

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American Dam and Canal at Smeltertown El Paso Texas
American Dam and Canal at Smeltertown El Paso Texas
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