Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03296 |
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
CITY OF GOLDTHWAITE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir?
Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir 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 Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir?
Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir is owned by CITY OF GOLDTHWAITE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir built?
Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir?
Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir?
Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir has a dam height of 20 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 Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir last inspected?
Goldthwaite Water Supply Reservoir was last inspected on July 23, 1973. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.