Barrow Grace Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barrow Grace Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05526 |
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
BARROW GRACE RANCH
Private
Nearby Dams
Rhodes Lake Dam
Jack, TX
Low Hazard 33 ftR Pratt Phillips
Jack, TX
Low Hazard 26 ftRl Martin Dam
Jack, TX
Low Hazard 28 ftMccloud Lake Dam
Jack, TX
Significant Hazard 21 ftLake Bryson Dam
Jack, TX
High Hazard 30 ftNorth Creek WS SCS Site 22 Dam
Jack, TX
Low Hazard 24 ftNethery Dam
Jack, TX
Low Hazard 27 ftDearing Lake Dam
Jack, TX
Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Barrow Grace Lake Dam?
Barrow Grace 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 Barrow Grace Lake Dam?
Barrow Grace Lake Dam is owned by BARROW GRACE RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barrow Grace Lake Dam built?
Barrow Grace Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Barrow Grace Lake Dam?
Barrow Grace Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.