Snowden Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Snowden Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 561 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01975 |
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
GUEVARA PLUMBING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snowden Lake Dam?
Snowden Lake 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 Snowden Lake Dam?
Snowden Lake Dam is owned by GUEVARA PLUMBING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snowden Lake Dam built?
Snowden Lake Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Snowden Lake Dam?
Snowden Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snowden Lake Dam?
Snowden Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.