Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 Dam
Key Takeaway
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 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 | 61 ft (taller than 97.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,509 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05950 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 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 25 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 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 25 Dam built?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 25 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 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 25 Dam?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 Dam has a dam height of 61 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 25 Dam last inspected?
Paluxy River WS SCS Site 25 Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.