San Angelo Overflow Dam
Key Takeaway
San Angelo Overflow Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 375 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 363 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 193 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | TX06506 |
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 SAN ANGELO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of San Angelo Overflow Dam?
San Angelo Overflow 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 San Angelo Overflow Dam?
San Angelo Overflow Dam is owned by CITY OF SAN ANGELO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of San Angelo Overflow Dam?
San Angelo Overflow 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 San Angelo Overflow Dam?
San Angelo Overflow Dam has a dam height of 21 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.