Yett Creek Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Yett Creek Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. 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 | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07285 |
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 AUSTIN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Yett Creek Park Dam?
Yett Creek Park 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 Yett Creek Park Dam?
Yett Creek Park Dam is owned by CITY OF AUSTIN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yett Creek Park Dam built?
Yett Creek Park Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Yett Creek Park Dam?
Yett Creek Park Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Yett Creek Park Dam last inspected?
Yett Creek Park Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.