Steven Capps Dam
Key Takeaway
Steven Capps Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07272 |
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
STEVEN CAPPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Steven Capps Dam?
Steven Capps 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 Steven Capps Dam?
Steven Capps Dam is owned by STEVEN CAPPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steven Capps Dam built?
Steven Capps Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Steven Capps Dam?
Steven Capps 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 Steven Capps Dam?
Steven Capps 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.
When was Steven Capps Dam last inspected?
Steven Capps Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.