Byrd Gss
Key Takeaway
Byrd Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 632 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06267 |
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
JOE BYRD
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Byrd Gss?
Byrd Gss 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 Byrd Gss?
Byrd Gss is owned by JOE BYRD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Byrd Gss built?
Byrd Gss was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Byrd Gss?
Byrd Gss serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Byrd Gss?
Byrd Gss has a dam height of 17 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.