Saner Lake No 1 Dam
Saner Lake No 1 Dam is an earth dam located in Maverick County, Texas, built in 1940. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Saner Lake No 1 Dam
The primary purpose of Saner Lake No 1 Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Mary Saner (private). It impounds the Tr-elm Creek.
The dam stands 19 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 365 acre-feet. Completed in 1940, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 03/28/1990. That was over 36 years ago.
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Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Maverick |
| River/Stream | Tr-elm Creek |
| Coordinates | 28.97016, -100.26458 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | MARY SANER |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 03/28/1990 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX03675 |
| Federal ID | TX03675 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |