Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00660 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SULPHUR SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam is owned by SULPHUR SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam built?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam last inspected?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.