Rush Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rush Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05782 |
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
LAKE INTERLOCHEN HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rush Creek Lake Dam?
Rush Creek Lake 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 Rush Creek Lake Dam?
Rush Creek Lake Dam is owned by LAKE INTERLOCHEN HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rush Creek Lake Dam built?
Rush Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Rush Creek Lake Dam?
Rush Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rush Creek Lake Dam?
Rush Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Rush Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Rush Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on February 3, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.