Wright Gss
Key Takeaway
Wright Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 317 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06193 |
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
EW WRIGHT JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wright Gss?
Wright 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 Wright Gss?
Wright Gss is owned by EW WRIGHT JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wright Gss built?
Wright Gss was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Wright Gss?
Wright Gss serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Wright Gss?
Wright Gss has a dam height of 26 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.