Lester May Estate Gss
Key Takeaway
Lester May Estate Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06204 |
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
LESTER MAY ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lester May Estate Gss?
Lester May Estate 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 Lester May Estate Gss?
Lester May Estate Gss is owned by LESTER MAY ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lester May Estate Gss built?
Lester May Estate Gss was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lester May Estate Gss?
Lester May Estate Gss has a dam height of 20 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.