Darnell Dam No 2

TR-GRAND SALINE CREEK· Van Zandt, Texas· Built 1952· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Darnell Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDTX04865

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: April 25, 1974
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BR DARNELL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Darnell Dam No 2?

Darnell Dam No 2 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 Darnell Dam No 2?

Darnell Dam No 2 is owned by BR DARNELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Darnell Dam No 2 built?

Darnell Dam No 2 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Darnell Dam No 2?

Darnell Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Darnell Dam No 2?

Darnell Dam No 2 has a dam height of 18 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 Darnell Dam No 2 last inspected?

Darnell Dam No 2 was last inspected on April 25, 1974. 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.