Caney Creek
Key Takeaway
Caney Creek is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 206 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,573 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00362 |
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
Red River Army Depot
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Caney Creek?
Caney Creek 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 Caney Creek?
Caney Creek is owned by Red River Army Depot (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caney Creek built?
Caney Creek was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Caney Creek?
Caney Creek serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Caney Creek?
Caney Creek 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 Caney Creek last inspected?
Caney Creek was last inspected on October 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.