Peacock Dam
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 Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01033 |
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
DON M PEACOCK ET UX
Private
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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.