City of Clifton Channel Dam

NORTH BOSQUE RIVER· Bosque, Texas· Built 1998· Concrete· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

City of Clifton Channel Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX)
Dam Length130 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage410 acre-ft
Normal Storage410 acre-ft
Surface Area57 acres
Drainage Area150 sq mi
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDTX07061

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: September 8, 1987
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF CLIFTON

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of City of Clifton Channel Dam?

City of Clifton Channel 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 City of Clifton Channel Dam?

City of Clifton Channel Dam is owned by CITY OF CLIFTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was City of Clifton Channel Dam built?

City of Clifton Channel Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 City of Clifton Channel Dam?

City of Clifton Channel Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is City of Clifton Channel Dam?

City of Clifton Channel Dam has a dam height of 19 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 City of Clifton Channel Dam last inspected?

City of Clifton Channel Dam was last inspected on September 8, 1987. 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.