Donaghey Gss
Key Takeaway
Donaghey Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 528 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06136 |
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
HENRY DONAGHEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donaghey Gss?
Donaghey 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 Donaghey Gss?
Donaghey Gss is owned by HENRY DONAGHEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donaghey Gss built?
Donaghey Gss was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Donaghey Gss?
Donaghey Gss serves the following purposes: 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 Donaghey Gss?
Donaghey Gss has a dam height of 27 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.