Smith Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Club Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00368 |
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
JW SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Club Dam?
Smith Club 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 Smith Club Dam?
Smith Club Dam is owned by JW SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Club Dam built?
Smith Club Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Smith Club Dam?
Smith Club Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smith Club Dam?
Smith Club Dam has a dam height of 16 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.