Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 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 | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,972 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01898 |
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
FAYETTE COUNTY;FAYETTE SWCD;LEE-FAYETTE COUNTIES CUMMINS CREEK WCID 1
Local Government
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High Hazard 102 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam?
Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 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 Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam?
Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam is owned by FAYETTE COUNTY;FAYETTE SWCD;LEE-FAYETTE COUNTIES CUMMINS CREEK WCID 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam built?
Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 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 Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam?
Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam?
Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam last inspected?
Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.