Goshen Lower Dam

Henderson, Texas· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Goshen Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX)
Dam Length760 ft
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDTX07559

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: March 26, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SCOTT STASTKA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goshen Lower Dam?

Goshen Lower 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 Goshen Lower Dam?

Goshen Lower Dam is owned by SCOTT STASTKA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Goshen Lower Dam?

Goshen Lower Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Goshen Lower Dam last inspected?

Goshen Lower Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2020. 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.