Deer Creek Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Creek Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 198 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06938 |
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
DEER CREEK ESTATES HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Creek Estates Dam?
Deer Creek Estates 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 Deer Creek Estates Dam?
Deer Creek Estates Dam is owned by DEER CREEK ESTATES HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Creek Estates Dam built?
Deer Creek Estates Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Deer Creek Estates Dam?
Deer Creek Estates Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deer Creek Estates Dam?
Deer Creek Estates Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Deer Creek Estates Dam last inspected?
Deer Creek Estates Dam was last inspected on March 31, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.