Mill Creek Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06391 |
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
SB HAYTER TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek Farms Dam?
Mill Creek Farms 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 Mill Creek Farms Dam?
Mill Creek Farms Dam is owned by SB HAYTER TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Creek Farms Dam built?
Mill Creek Farms Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Mill Creek Farms Dam?
Mill Creek Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Creek Farms Dam?
Mill Creek Farms Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Mill Creek Farms Dam last inspected?
Mill Creek Farms Dam was last inspected on June 25, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.