San Saba River Channel Dam
San Saba River Channel Dam is a concrete dam located in Menard County, Texas, built in 1987. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About San Saba River Channel Dam
The primary purpose of San Saba River Channel 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 City Of Menard (local government). It impounds the San Saba River near Menard.
The dam stands 11 feet tall and stretches 190 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 185 acre-feet. Completed in 1987, the structure is 39 years old.
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.
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Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Menard |
| Nearest City | Menard |
| River/Stream | San Saba River |
| Coordinates | 30.91981, -99.79487 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 11 ft |
| Dam Height | 10 ft |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | CITY OF MENARD |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX06311 |
| Federal ID | TX06311 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |