Sloman Dam
Key Takeaway
Sloman Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 491 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06216 |
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
MARVIN SLOMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sloman Dam?
Sloman 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 Sloman Dam?
Sloman Dam is owned by MARVIN SLOMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sloman Dam built?
Sloman Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Sloman Dam?
Sloman 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.