Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam
Key Takeaway
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 78 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01175 |
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
COLLIN COUNTY;COLLIN COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 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 Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam is owned by COLLIN COUNTY;COLLIN COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam built?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam has a dam height of 28 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.