Mcgowen Gss 2
Key Takeaway
Mcgowen Gss 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,697 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 925 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06708 |
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
ELIZABETH MCGOWEN TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcgowen Gss 2?
Mcgowen Gss 2 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 Mcgowen Gss 2?
Mcgowen Gss 2 is owned by ELIZABETH MCGOWEN TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcgowen Gss 2 built?
Mcgowen Gss 2 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Mcgowen Gss 2?
Mcgowen Gss 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcgowen Gss 2?
Mcgowen Gss 2 has a dam height of 29 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.