Salt Bayou Lake Water
Key Takeaway
Salt Bayou Lake Water is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 18 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05837 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Salt Bayou Lake Water?
Salt Bayou Lake Water 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 Salt Bayou Lake Water?
Salt Bayou Lake Water is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Salt Bayou Lake Water built?
Salt Bayou Lake Water was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Salt Bayou Lake Water?
Salt Bayou Lake Water serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Salt Bayou Lake Water?
Salt Bayou Lake Water has a dam height of 10 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.