John Polk Gss Dam
Key Takeaway
John Polk Gss Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05962 |
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
JOHN POLK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Polk Gss Dam?
John Polk Gss 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 John Polk Gss Dam?
John Polk Gss Dam is owned by JOHN POLK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Polk Gss Dam built?
John Polk Gss Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 John Polk Gss Dam?
John Polk Gss Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Polk Gss Dam?
John Polk Gss 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.