Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07368 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLORADO RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir?
Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir?
Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir is owned by COLORADO RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir built?
Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir?
Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir has a dam height of 28 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.
When was Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir last inspected?
Snyder Terminal Storage Reservoir was last inspected on September 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.