Hasty Dam
Key Takeaway
Hasty Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 767 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06024 |
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
RONALD HASTY
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hasty Dam?
Hasty 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 Hasty Dam?
Hasty Dam is owned by RONALD HASTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hasty Dam built?
Hasty Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Hasty Dam?
Hasty Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Hasty Dam?
Hasty Dam has a dam height of 13 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.