Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 657 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01829 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAMAR COUNTY;LAMAR COUNTY WCID 1 AUDS CREEK;LAMAR SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam?
Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam?
Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is owned by LAMAR COUNTY;LAMAR COUNTY WCID 1 AUDS CREEK;LAMAR SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam built?
Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam?
Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam?
Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam last inspected?
Auds Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.