Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07506 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SULPHUR SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2 is owned by SULPHUR SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2 built?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2 was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2?
Sulphur Springs Country Club Dam No 2 has a dam height of 13 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.