Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,454 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 503 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 97 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,976 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04201 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WHEELER COUNTY;WHEELER COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam?
Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam?
Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam is owned by WHEELER COUNTY;WHEELER COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam built?
Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam?
Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 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 Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam?
Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam last inspected?
Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.