Sediment Pond 5
Key Takeaway
Sediment Pond 5 is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX07386 |
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
NACCO NATURAL RESOURCES CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sediment Pond 5?
Sediment Pond 5 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 Sediment Pond 5?
Sediment Pond 5 is owned by NACCO NATURAL RESOURCES CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Sediment Pond 5?
Sediment Pond 5 has a dam height of 15 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.