Willow Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willow Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 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 | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,564 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04796 |
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
CITY OF FORT WORTH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Willow Creek Lake Dam?
Willow Creek Lake 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 Willow Creek Lake Dam?
Willow Creek Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF FORT WORTH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willow Creek Lake Dam built?
Willow Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Willow Creek Lake Dam?
Willow Creek Lake 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 Willow Creek Lake Dam?
Willow Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Willow Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Willow Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on December 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.