Mcgee Dam No 3
Key Takeaway
Mcgee Dam No 3 is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 395 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07327 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KENNETH MCGEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcgee Dam No 3?
Mcgee Dam No 3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mcgee Dam No 3?
Mcgee Dam No 3 is owned by KENNETH MCGEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Mcgee Dam No 3?
Mcgee Dam No 3 has a dam height of 18 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.
When was Mcgee Dam No 3 last inspected?
Mcgee Dam No 3 was last inspected on January 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.