White Oak Dam
Key Takeaway
White Oak Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 212 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03294 |
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
WHITE OAK CREEK PARTNERS LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White Oak Dam?
White Oak 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 White Oak Dam?
White Oak Dam is owned by WHITE OAK CREEK PARTNERS LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Oak Dam built?
White Oak Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 White Oak Dam?
White Oak 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 White Oak Dam?
White Oak Dam has a dam height of 21 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 White Oak Dam last inspected?
White Oak Dam was last inspected on July 25, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.