Bullman Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bullman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03955 |
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
LELAND HODGES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bullman Pond Dam?
Bullman Pond 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 Bullman Pond Dam?
Bullman Pond Dam is owned by LELAND HODGES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bullman Pond Dam built?
Bullman Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Bullman Pond Dam?
Bullman Pond 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 Bullman Pond Dam?
Bullman Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Bullman Pond Dam last inspected?
Bullman Pond Dam was last inspected on January 23, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.