Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 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 | 44 ft (taller than 89.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,194 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 568 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 22,660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04906 |
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
CITY OF HAMILTON;HAMILTON COUNTY;HAMILTON-CORYELL SWCD 506
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 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 Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam is owned by CITY OF HAMILTON;HAMILTON COUNTY;HAMILTON-CORYELL SWCD 506 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam built?
Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam?
Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam last inspected?
Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.