Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam
Key Takeaway
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 42 ft (taller than 87.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,182 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03311 |
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
MILLS COUNTY;MILLS COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 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 18 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam is owned by MILLS COUNTY;MILLS COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam built?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 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 18 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. 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 18 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam has a dam height of 42 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 18 Dam last inspected?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.