Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05576 |
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
FT GRIFFIN CATTLE CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam?
Griffin Cattle CO Lake 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 Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam?
Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam is owned by FT GRIFFIN CATTLE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam built?
Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam?
Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam 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 Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam?
Griffin Cattle CO Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.