Champion Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Champion Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 114 ft (taller than 99.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 9,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,560 acres |
| Drainage Area | 164 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 79,281 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01691 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Champion Creek Dam?
Champion Creek Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Champion Creek Dam?
Champion Creek Dam is owned by LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Champion Creek Dam built?
Champion Creek Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Champion Creek Dam?
Champion Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Champion Creek Dam?
Champion Creek Dam has a dam height of 114 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 Champion Creek Dam last inspected?
Champion Creek Dam was last inspected on August 31, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.