Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 Dam
Key Takeaway
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00395 |
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
FANNIN COUNTY;FANNIN COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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High Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 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 40 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 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 40 Dam built?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 40 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. 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 40 Dam?
Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 40 Dam has a dam height of 40 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.