Wildcat Dam
Key Takeaway
Wildcat Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,912 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00990 |
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
TRIBUTARY SPORTING CLUB LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildcat Dam?
Wildcat 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 Wildcat Dam?
Wildcat Dam is owned by TRIBUTARY SPORTING CLUB LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildcat Dam built?
Wildcat Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Wildcat Dam?
Wildcat Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Wildcat Dam?
Wildcat Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Wildcat Dam last inspected?
Wildcat Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.