Goddard Dam

CALAMITY CREEK· Brewster, Texas· Built 1992· Earth· 14 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Goddard Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDTX06901

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BILL GODDARD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goddard Dam?

Goddard 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 Goddard Dam?

Goddard Dam is owned by BILL GODDARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Goddard Dam built?

Goddard Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Goddard Dam?

Goddard Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Goddard Dam?

Goddard Dam has a dam height of 14 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.

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.