Barrett Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Barrett Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07000 |
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 BARRETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett Pond 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 Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett Pond Dam is owned by JOHN BARRETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barrett Pond Dam built?
Barrett Pond Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Barrett Pond Dam last inspected?
Barrett Pond Dam was last inspected on July 23, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.