Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam
Key Takeaway
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 43 ft (taller than 88.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,013 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00399 |
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
FANNIN COUNTY;FANNIN COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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High Hazard 36 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 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 Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam is owned by FANNIN COUNTY;FANNIN 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 38 Dam built?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 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 Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. 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 38 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam last inspected?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.