Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier
Key Takeaway
Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09352 |
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
GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier?
Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier 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 Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier?
Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier is owned by GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier built?
Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier?
Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier?
Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier has a dam height of 12 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 Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier last inspected?
Goff Bayou Saltwater Barrier was last inspected on April 15, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.