Cowper Gss
Key Takeaway
Cowper Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 532 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06055 |
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
ROSCOE DR AND COWPER MARY JOY ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cowper Gss?
Cowper 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 Cowper Gss?
Cowper Gss is owned by ROSCOE DR AND COWPER MARY JOY ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cowper Gss built?
Cowper Gss was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Cowper Gss?
Cowper Gss serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cowper Gss?
Cowper Gss has a dam height of 24 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.