Bluff Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Bluff Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02690 |
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
BETTY WESSELS
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bluff Creek Dam?
Bluff Creek 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 Bluff Creek Dam?
Bluff Creek Dam is owned by BETTY WESSELS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bluff Creek Dam built?
Bluff Creek Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bluff Creek Dam?
Bluff Creek 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 Bluff Creek Dam?
Bluff Creek Dam has a dam height of 20 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.