Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam
Key Takeaway
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 47 ft (taller than 91.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 863 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,671 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01186 |
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
PARKER COUNTY;PARKER COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 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 Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam is owned by PARKER COUNTY;PARKER COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam built?
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 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 Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam last inspected?
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.