Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam

TR-NORTH BINGHAM CREEK· Cooke, Texas· Built 1969· Earth· 49 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 49 ft (taller than 93% in TX)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage956 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDTX00710

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 7, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CLEAR CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;UPPER ELM RED SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam?

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam?

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam is owned by CLEAR CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;UPPER ELM RED SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam built?

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam?

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam?

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam last inspected?

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam was last inspected on March 7, 2017. 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.