Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 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 | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,307 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 492 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,893 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06461 |
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
CITY OF BURNET;HILL COUNTRY SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam?
Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 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 Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam?
Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam is owned by CITY OF BURNET;HILL COUNTRY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam built?
Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam?
Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 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 Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam?
Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam last inspected?
Hamilton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.