Bennett Gss Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bennett Gss Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05926 |
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
SAM BENNETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bennett Gss Pond Dam?
Bennett Gss Pond 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 Bennett Gss Pond Dam?
Bennett Gss Pond Dam is owned by SAM BENNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bennett Gss Pond Dam built?
Bennett Gss Pond Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Bennett Gss Pond Dam?
Bennett Gss Pond 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 Bennett Gss Pond Dam?
Bennett Gss Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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.