Sanford Ranch Gss
Key Takeaway
Sanford Ranch Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 413 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06265 |
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
SANFORD RANCH INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sanford Ranch Gss?
Sanford Ranch Gss 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 Sanford Ranch Gss?
Sanford Ranch Gss is owned by SANFORD RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanford Ranch Gss built?
Sanford Ranch Gss was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Sanford Ranch Gss?
Sanford Ranch Gss serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sanford Ranch Gss?
Sanford Ranch Gss has a dam height of 25 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.