Rayburn Anderson Dam
Key Takeaway
Rayburn Anderson Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 294 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07146 |
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
RAYBURN ANDERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rayburn Anderson Dam?
Rayburn Anderson 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 Rayburn Anderson Dam?
Rayburn Anderson Dam is owned by RAYBURN ANDERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rayburn Anderson Dam built?
Rayburn Anderson Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Rayburn Anderson Dam?
Rayburn Anderson 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.