Summary
Built in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 32 acre-feet. The dam's purpose is to provide essential water resources for various activities in the area, while also serving as a low-hazard structure with a poor condition assessment.
Despite its poor condition, Paxton Dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in July 2019. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and lacks outlet gates, posing minimal risk to the surrounding area. However, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Paxton Dam stands as a crucial component of the local ecosystem, warranting continued attention and investment in its preservation and upkeep.
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Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
234 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
PAXTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
32 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Paxton