Bee Caves Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Bee Caves Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07105 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GUADALUPE RIVER RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bee Caves Creek Dam?
Bee Caves Creek Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bee Caves Creek Dam?
Bee Caves Creek Dam is owned by GUADALUPE RIVER RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bee Caves Creek Dam?
Bee Caves Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bee Caves Creek Dam?
Bee Caves Creek Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Bee Caves Creek Dam last inspected?
Bee Caves Creek Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.