City of Grand Saline Dam
Key Takeaway
City of Grand Saline Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 154 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 673 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 399 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02837 |
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
CITY OF GRAND SALINE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City of Grand Saline Dam?
City of Grand Saline Dam 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 City of Grand Saline Dam?
City of Grand Saline Dam is owned by CITY OF GRAND SALINE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City of Grand Saline Dam built?
City of Grand Saline Dam was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 City of Grand Saline Dam?
City of Grand Saline Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is City of Grand Saline Dam?
City of Grand Saline Dam has a dam height of 29 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.
When was City of Grand Saline Dam last inspected?
City of Grand Saline Dam was last inspected on December 30, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.