Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam
Key Takeaway
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 95.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06817 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BRAZOS VALLEY SWCD;SOMERVELL COUNTY
Local Government
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High Hazard 74 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 23 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam is owned by BRAZOS VALLEY SWCD;SOMERVELL COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam built?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 23 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 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 23 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam last inspected?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.