Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam

TR-MCCLELLAN CREEK· Gray, Texas· Built 1981· Earth· 43 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 88.2% in TX)
Dam Length970 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage809 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge5,922 cfs
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDTX04914

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 26, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

GRAY COUNTY;GRAY COUNTY SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 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 Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam is owned by GRAY COUNTY;GRAY COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam built?

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam?

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam last inspected?

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2011. 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.