Blackburn Crossing Dam
Key Takeaway
Blackburn Crossing Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 75 ft (taller than 98.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 373.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25,560 acres |
| Drainage Area | 847 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 187,056 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00170 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UPPER NECHES RIVER MWA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blackburn Crossing Dam?
Blackburn Crossing Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Blackburn Crossing Dam?
Blackburn Crossing Dam is owned by UPPER NECHES RIVER MWA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blackburn Crossing Dam built?
Blackburn Crossing Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Blackburn Crossing Dam?
Blackburn Crossing Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blackburn Crossing Dam?
Blackburn Crossing Dam has a dam height of 75 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 Blackburn Crossing Dam last inspected?
Blackburn Crossing Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.