Longview Big Sandy Dam
Key Takeaway
Longview Big Sandy Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04404 |
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
CITY OF LONGVIEW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Longview Big Sandy Dam?
Longview Big 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 Longview Big Sandy Dam?
Longview Big Sandy Dam is owned by CITY OF LONGVIEW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Longview Big Sandy Dam built?
Longview Big Sandy Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Longview Big Sandy Dam?
Longview Big Sandy Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Longview Big Sandy Dam?
Longview Big Sandy Dam has a dam height of 10 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.