Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 48 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01760 |
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
BP AMERICA PRODUCTION COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam?
Linnville Bayou Reservoir 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 Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam?
Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam is owned by BP AMERICA PRODUCTION COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam built?
Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam?
Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam?
Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Linnville Bayou Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 14, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.