Hunters Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunters Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07052 |
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
HUNTERS CREEK HA INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunters Creek Dam?
Hunters Creek 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 Hunters Creek Dam?
Hunters Creek Dam is owned by HUNTERS CREEK HA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunters Creek Dam built?
Hunters Creek Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Hunters Creek Dam?
Hunters Creek Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Hunters Creek Dam last inspected?
Hunters Creek Dam was last inspected on May 29, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.