Golden Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Golden Pond 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 | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07596 |
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
THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OF GOLDEN POND INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Golden Pond Dam?
Golden Pond 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 Golden Pond Dam?
Golden Pond Dam is owned by THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OF GOLDEN POND INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Golden Pond Dam?
Golden Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Golden Pond Dam last inspected?
Golden Pond Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.