Darland Dam

TRIBUTARY OF LEWELLYN CREEK· Wood, Texas· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Darland Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX)
Dam Length714 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge306 cfs
NID IDTX07359

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 14, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SHANNON DARLAND

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Darland Dam?

Darland Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Darland Dam?

Darland Dam is owned by SHANNON DARLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Darland Dam?

Darland Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Darland Dam last inspected?

Darland Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2011. 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.