George Alexander Dam
Key Takeaway
George Alexander Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07004 |
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
GEORGE ALEXANDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George Alexander Dam?
George Alexander 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 George Alexander Dam?
George Alexander Dam is owned by GEORGE ALEXANDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George Alexander Dam built?
George Alexander Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is George Alexander Dam?
George Alexander Dam has a dam height of 26 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.