Sanford
CANADIAN RIVER·
Hutchinson, Texas·
Built 1965·
Earth·
228 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 228 ft (taller than 100% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 945.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16,513 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20,220 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 61,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00023 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 27, 2020
State Regulated: No
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sanford?
Sanford is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Sanford?
Sanford is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government).
When was Sanford last inspected?
Sanford was last inspected on August 27, 2020.
When was Sanford built?
Sanford was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old.
Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.