Sanders Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sanders Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 858 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00076 |
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
MRS SANDERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders Lake 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 Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders Lake Dam is owned by MRS SANDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanders Lake Dam built?
Sanders Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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.