Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam
Key Takeaway
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06657 |
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
CROSS TIMBERS SWCD;ERATH COUNTY
Local Government
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High Hazard 41 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 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 Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam is owned by CROSS TIMBERS SWCD;ERATH COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam built?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 12 Dam has a dam height of 45 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.