Walter Gss
Key Takeaway
Walter Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 456 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06123 |
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
JOHN WALTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walter Gss?
Walter 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 Walter Gss?
Walter Gss is owned by JOHN WALTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walter Gss built?
Walter 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.
How tall is Walter Gss?
Walter Gss has a dam height of 31 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.