Hurst Creek Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Hurst Creek Dam No 1 is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,989 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06337 |
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
HURST CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hurst Creek Dam No 1?
Hurst Creek Dam No 1 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 Hurst Creek Dam No 1?
Hurst Creek Dam No 1 is owned by HURST CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hurst Creek Dam No 1 built?
Hurst Creek Dam No 1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hurst Creek Dam No 1?
Hurst Creek Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hurst Creek Dam No 1?
Hurst Creek Dam No 1 has a dam height of 24 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 Hurst Creek Dam No 1 last inspected?
Hurst Creek Dam No 1 was last inspected on September 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.