Stassney Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stassney Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 795 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 354 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03113 |
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
HR STASSNEY
Private
Nearby Dams
Pico Lake Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 15 ftLake De Lafosse Dam
Shackelford, TX
High Hazard 24 ftGreen Reservoir No 2 Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 24 ftGreen Reservoir No 1 Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 24 ftCasey Lake Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 15 ftElliot Lake Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 18 ftNail Lake No 1 Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 22 ftNail Lake No 2 Dam
Shackelford, TX
Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Stassney Lake Dam?
Stassney 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 Stassney Lake Dam?
Stassney Lake Dam is owned by HR STASSNEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stassney Lake Dam built?
Stassney Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Stassney Lake Dam?
Stassney 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 Stassney Lake Dam?
Stassney Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.