Kisinger Gss

TR-BRAZOS RIVER· Baylor, Texas· Built 1961· Earth· 28 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Kisinger Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX)
Dam Length363 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage236 acre-ft
Normal Storage174 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDTX06166

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

KISINGER EST

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kisinger Gss?

Kisinger Gss 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 Kisinger Gss?

Kisinger Gss is owned by KISINGER EST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kisinger Gss built?

Kisinger Gss was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Kisinger Gss?

Kisinger Gss serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kisinger Gss?

Kisinger Gss has a dam height of 28 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.