Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam
Key Takeaway
Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06882 |
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
THE SABINE MINING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam?
Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-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 Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam?
Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam is owned by THE SABINE MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam built?
Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam?
Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam 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 Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam?
Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam last inspected?
Sabine Mining 87-B12-006-Dam was last inspected on June 6, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.