Harper Knight Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Harper Knight Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 253 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06621 |
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
RANDALL MERRILL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harper Knight Pond Dam?
Harper Knight Pond 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 Harper Knight Pond Dam?
Harper Knight Pond Dam is owned by RANDALL MERRILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harper Knight Pond Dam built?
Harper Knight Pond 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 Harper Knight Pond Dam?
Harper Knight Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harper Knight Pond Dam?
Harper Knight Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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.