Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 127 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 454 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03938 |
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
BRECKENRIDGE GASOLINE CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam?
Old Eureka Mill Reservoir 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 Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam?
Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam is owned by BRECKENRIDGE GASOLINE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam built?
Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam?
Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam?
Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Old Eureka Mill Reservoir Dam was last inspected on September 9, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.