Mcbee Dam

VALLEY CREEK· Runnels, Texas· Built 1984· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Mcbee Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDTX06573

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 21, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PHIL MCBEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcbee Dam?

Mcbee 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 Mcbee Dam?

Mcbee Dam is owned by PHIL MCBEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcbee Dam built?

Mcbee Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Mcbee Dam?

Mcbee 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 Mcbee Dam?

Mcbee Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Mcbee Dam last inspected?

Mcbee Dam was last inspected on August 21, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.