Campbell Dam
Key Takeaway
Campbell Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 422 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 208 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06660 |
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
AL CAMPBELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Campbell Dam?
Campbell 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 Campbell Dam?
Campbell Dam is owned by AL CAMPBELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campbell Dam built?
Campbell Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Campbell Dam?
Campbell Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Campbell Dam?
Campbell Dam has a dam height of 33 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.