Harville Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harville Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05520 |
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
P HARVILLE
Private
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Harville Lake Dam?
Harville 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 Harville Lake Dam?
Harville Lake Dam is owned by P HARVILLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harville Lake Dam built?
Harville Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Harville Lake Dam?
Harville Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harville Lake Dam?
Harville 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.