Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33
Key Takeaway
Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 907 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 362 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 511 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07199 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TARRANT REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT;WISE COUNTY;WISE COUNTY WCID;WISE SWCD
State Government
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Low Hazard 39 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33?
Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33?
Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33 is owned by TARRANT REGIONAL WATER DISTRICT;WISE COUNTY;WISE COUNTY WCID;WISE SWCD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33 built?
Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33 was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33?
Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33?
Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33 has a dam height of 35 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.