Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 13,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01572 |
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
PCS PHOSPHATE COMPANY INC
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam?
Texas Gulf Reservoir 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 Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam?
Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam is owned by PCS PHOSPHATE COMPANY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam built?
Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam?
Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam?
Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Texas Gulf Reservoir Dam was last inspected on March 25, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.