Gandy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gandy Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 132 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09731 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DENNIS GANDY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gandy Lake Dam?
Gandy Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gandy Lake Dam?
Gandy Lake Dam is owned by DENNIS GANDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Gandy Lake Dam?
Gandy Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.
When was Gandy Lake Dam last inspected?
Gandy Lake Dam was last inspected on August 16, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.