Lb2-1 Sediment Pond
Key Takeaway
Lb2-1 Sediment Pond is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,039 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07393 |
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
TXU MINING COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lb2-1 Sediment Pond?
Lb2-1 Sediment Pond 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 Lb2-1 Sediment Pond?
Lb2-1 Sediment Pond is owned by TXU MINING COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lb2-1 Sediment Pond built?
Lb2-1 Sediment Pond was completed in 2007, making it 19 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lb2-1 Sediment Pond?
Lb2-1 Sediment Pond 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.