Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 9 Dam
Texas — Hemphill County — MAJOR CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Hemphill |
| River | MAJOR CREEK |
| Coordinates | 35.74432, -100.34514 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 48 ft |
| Dam Height | 48 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,625 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,723 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,723 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 18, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | HEMPHILL COUNTY;HEMPHILL COUNTY SWCD |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.