Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 89.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,402 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 890 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06601 |
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
BOSQUE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT;BOSQUE SWCD
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 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 Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam is owned by BOSQUE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT;BOSQUE SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam built?
Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Bosque Bottomlands WS SCS Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 44 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.