Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam
Key Takeaway
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,512 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 292 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 582 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04714 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HILL COUNTY BLACKLAND SWCD;HILL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam is owned by HILL COUNTY BLACKLAND SWCD;HILL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam built?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 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 Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam last inspected?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 72 Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.