Meek Gss
Key Takeaway
Meek Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 336 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06109 |
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
JP MEEK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meek Gss?
Meek 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 Meek Gss?
Meek Gss is owned by JP MEEK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meek Gss built?
Meek Gss was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Meek Gss?
Meek Gss serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Meek Gss?
Meek Gss has a dam height of 30 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.