Boy Scout Dam
Key Takeaway
Boy Scout Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 195 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04393 |
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
SAM HOUSTON AREA BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boy Scout Dam?
Boy Scout 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 Boy Scout Dam?
Boy Scout Dam is owned by SAM HOUSTON AREA BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boy Scout Dam built?
Boy Scout Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Boy Scout Dam?
Boy Scout Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boy Scout Dam?
Boy Scout Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Boy Scout Dam last inspected?
Boy Scout Dam was last inspected on February 2, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.