Bell Street Dam
Key Takeaway
Bell Street Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03140 |
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
CITY OF SAN ANGELO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bell Street Dam?
Bell Street 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 Bell Street Dam?
Bell Street Dam is owned by CITY OF SAN ANGELO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bell Street Dam built?
Bell Street Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bell Street Dam?
Bell Street Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bell Street Dam?
Bell Street 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 Bell Street Dam last inspected?
Bell Street Dam was last inspected on October 9, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.