Schuster Dam
Key Takeaway
Schuster Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07212 |
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
DALE SCHUSTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schuster Dam?
Schuster 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 Schuster Dam?
Schuster Dam is owned by DALE SCHUSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schuster Dam built?
Schuster Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Schuster Dam?
Schuster Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Schuster Dam last inspected?
Schuster Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.