Hardcastle Dam

TR-RED RIVER· Hardeman, Texas· Built 1997· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Hardcastle Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDTX07043

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HAROLD HARDCASTLE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hardcastle Dam?

Hardcastle 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 Hardcastle Dam?

Hardcastle Dam is owned by HAROLD HARDCASTLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hardcastle Dam built?

Hardcastle Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Hardcastle Dam?

Hardcastle Dam has a dam height of 15 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.

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.