Wo Gross Jr Dam
Key Takeaway
Wo Gross Jr Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 881 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,531 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04098 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BOLEMAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wo Gross Jr Dam?
Wo Gross Jr Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wo Gross Jr Dam?
Wo Gross Jr Dam is owned by BOLEMAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wo Gross Jr Dam built?
Wo Gross Jr Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Wo Gross Jr Dam?
Wo Gross Jr Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wo Gross Jr Dam?
Wo Gross Jr Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Wo Gross Jr Dam last inspected?
Wo Gross Jr Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.