Doggone Dam
Key Takeaway
Doggone Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09727 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SPCA OF EAST TEXAS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Doggone Dam?
Doggone Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Doggone Dam?
Doggone Dam is owned by SPCA OF EAST TEXAS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Doggone Dam?
Doggone Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Doggone Dam last inspected?
Doggone Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.