Amon G Carter Dam

High HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyMontague
River/StreamBIG SANDY CREEK
Coordinates33.45765, -97.85784

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height80 ft
Dam Height80 ft
Dam Length2,540 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage58,050 acre-ft
Max Storage58,050 acre-ft
Normal Storage20,050 acre-ft
Surface Area1,540 acres
Drainage Area100 sq mi
Max Discharge150,460 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF BOWIE
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection12/13/2017
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX00699
Federal IDTX00699
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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