Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam
Key Takeaway
Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 94.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 375 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01314 |
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
GIFFORD-HILL & COMPANY INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam?
Ash Grove Cement Plant 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 Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam?
Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam is owned by GIFFORD-HILL & COMPANY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam built?
Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam?
Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam?
Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam has a dam height of 52 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.
When was Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam last inspected?
Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam was last inspected on June 17, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.