Sirmans and Locke Dam
Key Takeaway
Sirmans and Locke Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 266 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06810 |
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
SIRMANS AND LOCKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sirmans and Locke Dam?
Sirmans and Locke 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 Sirmans and Locke Dam?
Sirmans and Locke Dam is owned by SIRMANS AND LOCKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sirmans and Locke Dam built?
Sirmans and Locke Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Sirmans and Locke Dam?
Sirmans and Locke Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sirmans and Locke Dam?
Sirmans and Locke Dam has a dam height of 26 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.