Saner Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Saner Lake No 2 Dam, located in Maverick, Texas, was completed in 1940 and stands at a height of 20 feet.
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Summary
Built primarily for purposes other than water storage, this earth dam with a buttress core type has a maximum storage capacity of 416 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 150 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-Elm Creek, does not have a spillway and is not state-regulated.
Despite its age, the dam's hazard potential is not available, and its condition assessment is not rated. The last inspection conducted on the dam was in 1990, and the risk assessment indicates a high risk level. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not readily available, suggesting a need for further evaluation and potential enhancements to ensure the safety and resilience of the structure in the face of changing climate conditions. As a private-owned dam, it falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas and does not receive federal oversight.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
416 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Saner Lake No 2 Dam