Rivercrest Dam
Key Takeaway
Rivercrest Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 14,075 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 14.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03082 |
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
LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rivercrest Dam?
Rivercrest 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 Rivercrest Dam?
Rivercrest Dam is owned by LUMINANT POWER COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rivercrest Dam built?
Rivercrest Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Rivercrest Dam?
Rivercrest Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rivercrest Dam?
Rivercrest Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Rivercrest Dam last inspected?
Rivercrest Dam was last inspected on August 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.