Clements Dam No 4

TR-MOCCASIN CREEK· Harrison, Texas· Built 1958· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Clements Dam No 4 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage93 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDTX03580

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 23, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CLEMENTS RANCH INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clements Dam No 4?

Clements Dam No 4 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 Clements Dam No 4?

Clements Dam No 4 is owned by CLEMENTS RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clements Dam No 4 built?

Clements Dam No 4 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Clements Dam No 4?

Clements Dam No 4 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 Clements Dam No 4?

Clements Dam No 4 has a dam height of 21 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 Clements Dam No 4 last inspected?

Clements Dam No 4 was last inspected on May 23, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.