Sedimentation Pond No 24
Key Takeaway
Sedimentation Pond No 24 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 693 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 37,290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09130 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NRG TEXAS POWER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sedimentation Pond No 24?
Sedimentation Pond No 24 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sedimentation Pond No 24?
Sedimentation Pond No 24 is owned by NRG TEXAS POWER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sedimentation Pond No 24 built?
Sedimentation Pond No 24 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Sedimentation Pond No 24?
Sedimentation Pond No 24 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sedimentation Pond No 24?
Sedimentation Pond No 24 has a dam height of 27 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 Sedimentation Pond No 24 last inspected?
Sedimentation Pond No 24 was last inspected on August 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.