Griffin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Griffin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 771 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 282 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02947 |
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
BELTON GRIFFIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Griffin Lake Dam?
Griffin 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 Lake Dam?
Griffin Lake Dam is owned by BELTON GRIFFIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Griffin Lake Dam built?
Griffin Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Griffin Lake Dam?
Griffin Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.