Harrington South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrington South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01825 |
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
RL HARRINGTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrington South Lake Dam?
Harrington South Lake 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 Harrington South Lake Dam?
Harrington South Lake Dam is owned by RL HARRINGTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrington South Lake Dam built?
Harrington South Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Harrington South Lake Dam?
Harrington South Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harrington South Lake Dam?
Harrington South Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Harrington South Lake Dam last inspected?
Harrington South Lake Dam was last inspected on February 11, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.