Melcher Gss
Key Takeaway
Melcher Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 598 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06297 |
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
LAWRENCE MELCHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Melcher Gss?
Melcher 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 Melcher Gss?
Melcher Gss is owned by LAWRENCE MELCHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Melcher Gss built?
Melcher Gss was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Melcher Gss?
Melcher Gss serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Melcher Gss?
Melcher Gss has a dam height of 26 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.