Haney Norton Dam
Key Takeaway
Haney Norton Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 748 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06672 |
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
HANEY NORTON
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Haney Norton Dam?
Haney Norton 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 Haney Norton Dam?
Haney Norton Dam is owned by HANEY NORTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haney Norton Dam built?
Haney Norton Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Haney Norton Dam?
Haney Norton Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Haney Norton Dam?
Haney Norton Dam has a dam height of 29 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.