York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 92.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 836 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 23,385 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01543 |
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
COMAL-GUADALUPE SWCD;YORK CREEK IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
York Creek WS SCS Site 2 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 York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is owned by COMAL-GUADALUPE SWCD;YORK CREEK IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam built?
York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Grade Stabilization, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam has a dam height of 48 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 York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam last inspected?
York Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam was last inspected on January 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.