Harrell Levee 1

OFF CH-TR-BRADY CREEK· McCulloch, Texas· Built 1940· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Harrell Levee 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDTX06871

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 Levee 1?

Harrell Levee 1 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 Levee 1?

Harrell Levee 1 is owned by AUBREY HARRELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harrell Levee 1 built?

Harrell Levee 1 was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Levee 1?

Harrell Levee 1 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 Levee 1?

Harrell Levee 1 has a dam height of 11 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 Levee 1 last inspected?

Harrell Levee 1 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.