Rj Griffith Dam
Key Takeaway
Rj Griffith Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02702 |
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
RJ GRIFFITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rj Griffith Dam?
Rj Griffith Dam 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 Rj Griffith Dam?
Rj Griffith Dam is owned by RJ GRIFFITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rj Griffith Dam built?
Rj Griffith Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Rj Griffith Dam?
Rj Griffith Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rj Griffith Dam?
Rj Griffith Dam has a dam height of 24 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.