Bubba Pit Dam
Key Takeaway
Bubba Pit Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| NID ID | TX07523 |
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
SM ENERGY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bubba Pit Dam?
Bubba Pit 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 Bubba Pit Dam?
Bubba Pit Dam is owned by SM ENERGY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Bubba Pit Dam?
Bubba Pit Dam has a dam height of 18 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.