Beaver Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 296 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 296 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01015 |
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
FT JOHNSON JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek Lake 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 Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam is owned by FT JOHNSON JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Creek Lake Dam built?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Beaver Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.