Galvan No 1 Pit Dam
Key Takeaway
Galvan No 1 Pit Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| NID ID | TX07521 |
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
SM ENERGY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Galvan No 1 Pit Dam?
Galvan No 1 Pit 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 Galvan No 1 Pit Dam?
Galvan No 1 Pit Dam is owned by SM ENERGY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Galvan No 1 Pit Dam?
Galvan No 1 Pit 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.