Decraene Dam
Key Takeaway
Decraene Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07345 |
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
SHANNON DECRAENE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Decraene Dam?
Decraene 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 Decraene Dam?
Decraene Dam is owned by SHANNON DECRAENE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Decraene Dam built?
Decraene Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Decraene Dam?
Decraene Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Decraene Dam last inspected?
Decraene Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.