Saron Lake No 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Saron Lake No 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00510 |
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
CORBIN ROBERTSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Saron Lake No 3 Dam?
Saron Lake No 3 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 Saron Lake No 3 Dam?
Saron Lake No 3 Dam is owned by CORBIN ROBERTSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saron Lake No 3 Dam built?
Saron Lake No 3 Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Saron Lake No 3 Dam?
Saron Lake No 3 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Saron Lake No 3 Dam?
Saron Lake No 3 Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Saron Lake No 3 Dam last inspected?
Saron Lake No 3 Dam was last inspected on May 19, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.