Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 543 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 128 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06421 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PAUL CALHOUN;V C CATTLE CO INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam?
Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam?
Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam is owned by PAUL CALHOUN;V C CATTLE CO INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam built?
Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam?
Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam?
Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Little Caddo Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.