Sediment Pond Spc 63b
Key Takeaway
Sediment Pond Spc 63b is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 848 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 5,675 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07392 |
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
WALNUT CREEK MINING COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sediment Pond Spc 63b?
Sediment Pond Spc 63b 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 Spc 63b?
Sediment Pond Spc 63b is owned by WALNUT CREEK MINING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sediment Pond Spc 63b built?
Sediment Pond Spc 63b was completed in 2010, making it 16 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Sediment Pond Spc 63b?
Sediment Pond Spc 63b has a dam height of 29 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 Sediment Pond Spc 63b last inspected?
Sediment Pond Spc 63b was last inspected on May 25, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.