Barfield Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 634 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05134 |
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
EDGER BARFIELD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barfield Lake Dam?
Barfield Lake 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 Barfield Lake Dam?
Barfield Lake Dam is owned by EDGER BARFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barfield Lake Dam built?
Barfield Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Barfield Lake Dam?
Barfield Lake Dam 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 Barfield Lake Dam?
Barfield Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.