Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam
Key Takeaway
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01370 |
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
DICKENS COUNTY;DICKENS COUNTY WCID 1;DUCK CREEK SWCD
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 36 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 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 Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam is owned by DICKENS COUNTY;DICKENS COUNTY WCID 1;DUCK CREEK SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam built?
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam last inspected?
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.