Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,960 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02770 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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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High Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 7 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 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 7 Dam built?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 7 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 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 7 Dam?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam has a dam height of 30 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 7 Dam last inspected?
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.