Eg Goff Dam

OFF CH-GOLDENROD CREEK· Wharton, Texas· Built 1990· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Eg Goff Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDTX06512

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: September 11, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

EG GOFF

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eg Goff Dam?

Eg Goff 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 Eg Goff Dam?

Eg Goff Dam is owned by EG GOFF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eg Goff Dam built?

Eg Goff Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Eg Goff Dam?

Eg Goff Dam 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 Eg Goff Dam?

Eg Goff Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Eg Goff Dam last inspected?

Eg Goff Dam was last inspected on September 11, 1990. 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.