Walker Lake Dam Gss
Key Takeaway
Walker Lake Dam Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05527 |
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
JC WALKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walker Lake Dam Gss?
Walker Lake Dam 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 Walker Lake Dam Gss?
Walker Lake Dam Gss is owned by JC WALKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walker Lake Dam Gss built?
Walker Lake Dam Gss was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Walker Lake Dam Gss?
Walker Lake Dam Gss serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Walker Lake Dam Gss?
Walker Lake Dam Gss has a dam height of 20 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.