Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05928 |
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
FENNER AND TAYLOR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam?
Fenner and Taylor Pond 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 Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam?
Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam is owned by FENNER AND TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam built?
Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam?
Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam?
Fenner and Taylor Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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.