Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 89.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 792 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 665 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,845 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07029 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF HENDERSON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam?
Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam?
Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF HENDERSON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam built?
Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 River Off Channel Reservoir Dam?
Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam?
Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 44 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 River Off Channel Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Sabine River Off Channel Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.