Slayden Lake No2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Slayden Lake No2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00311 |
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
INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Slayden Lake No2 Dam?
Slayden Lake No2 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 Slayden Lake No2 Dam?
Slayden Lake No2 Dam is owned by INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Slayden Lake No2 Dam built?
Slayden Lake No2 Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Slayden Lake No2 Dam?
Slayden Lake No2 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Slayden Lake No2 Dam?
Slayden Lake No2 Dam has a dam height of 23 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.