Gove Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Gove Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,048 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,444 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07215 |
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
SUE GOVE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gove Ranch Dam?
Gove Ranch 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 Gove Ranch Dam?
Gove Ranch Dam is owned by SUE GOVE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gove Ranch Dam built?
Gove Ranch Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Gove Ranch Dam?
Gove Ranch 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 Gove Ranch Dam last inspected?
Gove Ranch Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.