Bitch Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bitch Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,459 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 369 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00964 |
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
WT WAGGONER ESTATE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bitch Creek Lake Dam?
Bitch 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 Bitch Creek Lake Dam?
Bitch Creek Lake Dam is owned by WT WAGGONER ESTATE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bitch Creek Lake Dam built?
Bitch Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Bitch Creek Lake Dam?
Bitch Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bitch Creek Lake Dam?
Bitch Creek Lake 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 Bitch Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Bitch Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on October 27, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.