Crawford Dam
Key Takeaway
Crawford Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 700 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06650 |
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
BILLY CRAWFORD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crawford Dam?
Crawford 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 Crawford Dam?
Crawford Dam is owned by BILLY CRAWFORD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crawford Dam built?
Crawford Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Crawford Dam?
Crawford Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crawford Dam?
Crawford Dam has a dam height of 18 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.