Q4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Q4 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,577 ft |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 15,934 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07353 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY;THE SABINE MINING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Q4 Dam?
Q4 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Q4 Dam?
Q4 Dam is owned by SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY;THE SABINE MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Q4 Dam?
Q4 Dam has a dam height of 33 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.