Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06852 |
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
RUBY GERDES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam?
Gerdes Reservoir 2 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 Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam?
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam is owned by RUBY GERDES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam built?
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam?
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam?
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam last inspected?
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam was last inspected on May 25, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.