Rusk Ore Mine Dam
Key Takeaway
Rusk Ore Mine Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00589 |
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 RUSK
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rusk Ore Mine Dam?
Rusk Ore Mine 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 Rusk Ore Mine Dam?
Rusk Ore Mine Dam is owned by CITY OF RUSK (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rusk Ore Mine Dam built?
Rusk Ore Mine Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Rusk Ore Mine Dam?
Rusk Ore Mine 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 Rusk Ore Mine Dam?
Rusk Ore Mine Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Rusk Ore Mine Dam last inspected?
Rusk Ore Mine Dam was last inspected on July 28, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.