Strasburger Dam
Key Takeaway
Strasburger Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 705 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06248 |
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
TOMMY STRASBURGER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Strasburger Dam?
Strasburger 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 Strasburger Dam?
Strasburger Dam is owned by TOMMY STRASBURGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strasburger Dam built?
Strasburger Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Strasburger Dam?
Strasburger Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Strasburger Dam?
Strasburger Dam has a dam height of 20 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.