Hargus Dam
Key Takeaway
Hargus Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04896 |
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
JOHN C SPEARS JR ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hargus Dam?
Hargus 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 Hargus Dam?
Hargus Dam is owned by JOHN C SPEARS JR ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hargus Dam built?
Hargus Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Hargus Dam?
Hargus Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Hargus Dam last inspected?
Hargus Dam was last inspected on December 20, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.