Cedar Creek Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Creek Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05141 |
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
CEDAR CREEK TANK DAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Creek Tank Dam?
Cedar Creek Tank 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 Cedar Creek Tank Dam?
Cedar Creek Tank Dam is owned by CEDAR CREEK TANK DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Creek Tank Dam built?
Cedar Creek Tank Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Cedar Creek Tank Dam?
Cedar Creek Tank Dam has a dam height of 16 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.