Wildcat Dam, located in Burnet, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1951 by Freese and Nichols.
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The dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 700 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.7 acres. Wildcat Dam primarily serves the purposes of fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation, with recreational activities also supported.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Wildcat Dam has state-regulated permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The dam overlooks Beaver Creek and is part of the Fort Worth District, with Congressman Roger Williams representing the area in Congress. Although the hazard potential and condition assessment of Wildcat Dam are not currently rated, its risk assessment is moderate.
With uncontrolled and valve outlets, as well as a spillway width of 125 feet, Wildcat Dam is designed to manage potential water discharges effectively. While its Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is not specified, the dam's risk management measures are under review. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and regulatory aspects of Wildcat Dam, which play a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
8.53 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Llano Rv At Llano
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284cfs |
S Fk Rocky Ck Nr Briggs
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
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229cfs |
Sandy Ck Nr Kingsland
|
0cfs |
Lampasas Rv Nr Kempner
|
37cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
145cfs |
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