Little Sandy Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Sandy Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 458 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00921 |
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
LITTLE SANDY CLUB
Private
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Significant Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Sandy Dam?
Little Sandy 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 Little Sandy Dam?
Little Sandy Dam is owned by LITTLE SANDY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Sandy Dam built?
Little Sandy Dam was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Little Sandy Dam?
Little Sandy 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 Little Sandy Dam?
Little Sandy Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Little Sandy Dam last inspected?
Little Sandy Dam was last inspected on August 15, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.