Panama Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Panama Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 642 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04728 |
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
EARL WADDELL INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Panama Creek Reservoir Dam?
Panama Creek 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 Panama Creek Reservoir Dam?
Panama Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by EARL WADDELL INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Panama Creek Reservoir Dam built?
Panama Creek Reservoir Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Panama Creek Reservoir Dam?
Panama Creek Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Panama Creek Reservoir Dam?
Panama Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 22 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.