Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129
Key Takeaway
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 805 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06906 |
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
WISE SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129 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 129?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129 is owned by WISE SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129 built?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 129?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129 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 129?
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 129 has a dam height of 32 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.