Harrell Dam

TR-BRADY CREEK· McCulloch, Texas· Built 1970· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Harrell Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDTX06872

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
Last Inspection: October 17, 1974
State Regulated: No

Ownership

AUBREY HARRELL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harrell Dam?

Harrell 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 Harrell Dam?

Harrell Dam is owned by AUBREY HARRELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harrell Dam built?

Harrell Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Harrell Dam?

Harrell 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 Harrell Dam?

Harrell Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Harrell Dam last inspected?

Harrell Dam was last inspected on October 17, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.