Peacock Dam

TR-WICHITA RIVER· Baylor, Texas· Built 1957· Earth· 50 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Peacock Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 93.5% in TX)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage470 acre-ft
Normal Storage173 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDTX01033

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DON M PEACOCK ET UX

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Peacock Dam?

Peacock 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 Peacock Dam?

Peacock Dam is owned by DON M PEACOCK ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Peacock Dam built?

Peacock Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Peacock Dam?

Peacock Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Peacock Dam?

Peacock Dam has a dam height of 50 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.