Pond Spc-66
Key Takeaway
Pond Spc-66 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 552 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07156 |
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
WALNUT CREEK MINING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pond Spc-66?
Pond Spc-66 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 Pond Spc-66?
Pond Spc-66 is owned by WALNUT CREEK MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pond Spc-66 built?
Pond Spc-66 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Pond Spc-66?
Pond Spc-66 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pond Spc-66?
Pond Spc-66 has a dam height of 19 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 Pond Spc-66 last inspected?
Pond Spc-66 was last inspected on July 8, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.