Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam
Key Takeaway
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 41 ft (taller than 86.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02754 |
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
BROWN COUNTY;PECAN BAYOU SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 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 Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam is owned by BROWN COUNTY;PECAN BAYOU SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam built?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam last inspected?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.