Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 947 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02753 |
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
BROWN COUNTY;PECAN BAYOU SWCD
Local Government
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High Hazard 57 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam?
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 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 Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam?
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam is owned by BROWN COUNTY;PECAN BAYOU SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam built?
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 5 Dam?
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. 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 5 Dam?
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam has a dam height of 23 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 5 Dam last inspected?
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.