Clifty Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Clifty Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01858 |
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
THOMAS SAVING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clifty Creek Lake Dam?
Clifty Creek Lake 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 Clifty Creek Lake Dam?
Clifty Creek Lake Dam is owned by THOMAS SAVING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clifty Creek Lake Dam built?
Clifty Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Clifty Creek Lake Dam?
Clifty Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Clifty Creek Lake Dam?
Clifty Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Clifty Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Clifty Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.