Harold Goar Dam
Key Takeaway
Harold Goar Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03280 |
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
HAROLD GOAR JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harold Goar Dam?
Harold Goar 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 Harold Goar Dam?
Harold Goar Dam is owned by HAROLD GOAR JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harold Goar Dam built?
Harold Goar Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Harold Goar Dam?
Harold Goar Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harold Goar Dam?
Harold Goar 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.