Barnard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnard Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03083 |
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
MARY VAUGHAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barnard Lake Dam?
Barnard 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 Barnard Lake Dam?
Barnard Lake Dam is owned by MARY VAUGHAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnard Lake Dam built?
Barnard Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Barnard Lake Dam?
Barnard Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barnard Lake Dam?
Barnard Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Barnard Lake Dam last inspected?
Barnard Lake Dam was last inspected on August 28, 1969. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.