Miller Dam
Key Takeaway
Miller Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 414 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 566 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06751 |
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
CO MILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miller Dam?
Miller 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 Miller Dam?
Miller Dam is owned by CO MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller Dam built?
Miller Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Miller Dam?
Miller 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 Miller Dam?
Miller Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Miller Dam last inspected?
Miller Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1965. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.