Mcclatchey Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcclatchey Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 597 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06632 |
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
CT MCCLATCHEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcclatchey Dam?
Mcclatchey 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 Mcclatchey Dam?
Mcclatchey Dam is owned by CT MCCLATCHEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcclatchey Dam built?
Mcclatchey Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Mcclatchey Dam?
Mcclatchey Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcclatchey Dam?
Mcclatchey Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Mcclatchey Dam last inspected?
Mcclatchey Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1968. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.