Fannin Dam
Key Takeaway
Fannin Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00421 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fannin Dam?
Fannin 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 Fannin Dam?
Fannin Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fannin Dam built?
Fannin Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Fannin Dam?
Fannin Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fannin Dam?
Fannin Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Fannin Dam last inspected?
Fannin Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.