Hay Mitchell Dam

Van Zandt, Texas· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Hay Mitchell Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX)
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDTX07370

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 20, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CANDUTH MITCHELL;MATTHEW BURLESON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hay Mitchell Dam?

Hay Mitchell Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hay Mitchell Dam?

Hay Mitchell Dam is owned by CANDUTH MITCHELL;MATTHEW BURLESON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Hay Mitchell Dam?

Hay Mitchell Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Hay Mitchell Dam last inspected?

Hay Mitchell Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2012. 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.