Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam

BEE BRANCH· Robertson, Texas· Built 1989· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDTX06571

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 10, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

WALNUT CREEK MINING COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam?

Calvert Mine Spc 5 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 Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam?

Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam is owned by WALNUT CREEK MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam built?

Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam?

Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam?

Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam last inspected?

Calvert Mine Spc 5 Dam was last inspected on January 10, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.