Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108
Key Takeaway
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 958 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 305 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06764 |
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
UPPER ELM RED SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108 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 SCS Gss 108?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108 is owned by UPPER ELM RED SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108 built?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 SCS Gss 108?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108 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 SCS Gss 108?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 108 has a dam height of 22 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.