Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam

OFF CHANNEL· Mills, Texas· 34 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX)
Dam Length4,300 ft
Max Storage429 acre-ft
Normal Storage350 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX07581

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 9, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF GOLDTHWAITE

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam is owned by CITY OF GOLDTHWAITE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam last inspected?

Goldthwaite Reservoir No 4 Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2022. 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.