Indian Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Indian Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 137 acres |
| Drainage Area | 329 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00680 |
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
OP LEONARD JR ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek Lake Dam?
Indian Creek Lake 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 Indian Creek Lake Dam?
Indian Creek Lake Dam is owned by OP LEONARD JR ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Creek Lake Dam built?
Indian Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Indian Creek Lake Dam?
Indian Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Indian Creek Lake Dam?
Indian Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Indian Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Indian Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on May 6, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.