Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam
Key Takeaway
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 714 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 641 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04908 |
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
FARMERS CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;MONTAGUE COUNTY;UPPER ELM RED SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev 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 Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam is owned by FARMERS CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;MONTAGUE COUNTY;UPPER ELM RED SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam built?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev 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 Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam last inspected?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 1rev Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.