Mccullough Lake Levee
Key Takeaway
Mccullough Lake Levee is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 8,690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 928 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04732 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CAROLE MCGARRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccullough Lake Levee?
Mccullough Lake Levee is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mccullough Lake Levee?
Mccullough Lake Levee is owned by CAROLE MCGARRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccullough Lake Levee built?
Mccullough Lake Levee was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Mccullough Lake Levee?
Mccullough Lake Levee serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mccullough Lake Levee?
Mccullough Lake Levee has a dam height of 9 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 Mccullough Lake Levee last inspected?
Mccullough Lake Levee was last inspected on February 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.