Shipman Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Shipman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05930 |
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
MARION SHIPMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shipman Pond Dam?
Shipman Pond 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 Shipman Pond Dam?
Shipman Pond Dam is owned by MARION SHIPMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shipman Pond Dam built?
Shipman Pond Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Shipman Pond Dam?
Shipman Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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.