Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1
Key Takeaway
Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09220 |
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
BOBBY STEINER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1?
Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 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 Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1?
Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 is owned by BOBBY STEINER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 built?
Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 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 Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1?
Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1?
Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 has a dam height of 18 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 Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 last inspected?
Lcra Powell Bend Mine Pond 1 was last inspected on February 21, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.