R Pratt Phillips

TR-SALT CREEK· Jack, Texas· Built 1978· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

R Pratt Phillips is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX)
Dam Length562 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage187 acre-ft
Normal Storage133 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDTX06239

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

R PHILLIPS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of R Pratt Phillips?

R Pratt Phillips 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 R Pratt Phillips?

R Pratt Phillips is owned by R PHILLIPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was R Pratt Phillips built?

R Pratt Phillips was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 R Pratt Phillips?

R Pratt Phillips serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is R Pratt Phillips?

R Pratt Phillips has a dam height of 26 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.