Hamner Dam
Key Takeaway
Hamner Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01404 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BEN HAMNER C O VICTOR PACK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hamner Dam?
Hamner 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 Hamner Dam?
Hamner Dam is owned by BEN HAMNER C O VICTOR PACK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamner Dam built?
Hamner Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hamner Dam?
Hamner Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hamner Dam?
Hamner Dam has a dam height of 24 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.