Kirkpatrick Levee
Key Takeaway
Kirkpatrick Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,736 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06312 |
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
BILLY KIRKPATRICK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kirkpatrick Levee?
Kirkpatrick Levee 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 Kirkpatrick Levee?
Kirkpatrick Levee is owned by BILLY KIRKPATRICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kirkpatrick Levee built?
Kirkpatrick Levee 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 Kirkpatrick Levee?
Kirkpatrick Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kirkpatrick Levee?
Kirkpatrick Levee has a dam height of 12 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.