Old Mill Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Mill Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07101 |
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
OML HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Old Mill Creek Dam?
Old Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek Dam?
Old Mill Creek Dam is owned by OML HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Mill Creek Dam built?
Old Mill Creek Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Mill Creek Dam?
Old Mill Creek Dam 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 Old Mill Creek Dam?
Old Mill Creek Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Mill Creek Dam last inspected?
Old Mill Creek Dam was last inspected on March 4, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.