Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,445 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05631 |
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 TEMPLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam?
Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention 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 Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam?
Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam is owned by CITY OF TEMPLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam built?
Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam?
Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam?
Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam last inspected?
Pepper Creek Main Stem Regional Detention Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.