Dams in Blanco County, Texas
7Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Blanco County, Texas
Blanco County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Blanco County is 57 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Byrams Dam at 45 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byrams Dam | High | Fair | 45 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1979 |
| Town Creek Ws Scs Site 1 Dam | High | Not Rated | 30 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1970 |
| Scarbrough Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 31 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1976 |
| Tatum Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1967 |
| Lake Johnson City Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 15 | Water Supply | 1967 |
| Wayne Smith Dam | Low | Not Rated | 14 | Water Supply | 1966 |
| Blanco City Dam No 1 | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Water Supply | 1957 |