Sandow Lake Dam 3
Key Takeaway
Sandow Lake Dam 3 is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 92 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| NID ID | TX06918 |
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
SLR PROPERTY I LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sandow Lake Dam 3?
Sandow Lake Dam 3 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 Sandow Lake Dam 3?
Sandow Lake Dam 3 is owned by SLR PROPERTY I LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Sandow Lake Dam 3?
Sandow Lake Dam 3 has a dam height of 8 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 Sandow Lake Dam 3 last inspected?
Sandow Lake Dam 3 was last inspected on October 29, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.