Glover Dam
Key Takeaway
Glover Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03482 |
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
ED GLOVER JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glover Dam?
Glover 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 Glover Dam?
Glover Dam is owned by ED GLOVER JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glover Dam built?
Glover Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Glover Dam?
Glover 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 Glover Dam?
Glover Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Glover Dam last inspected?
Glover Dam was last inspected on February 21, 1969. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.