Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 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 | 54 ft (taller than 95.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,434 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,823 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04590 |
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
FARMERS CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;MONTAGUE COUNTY;UPPER ELM RED SWCD
Local Government
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High Hazard 58 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 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 Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 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 5 Dam built?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 5 Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 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 Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam has a dam height of 54 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 5 Dam last inspected?
Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.