Home Dam
Key Takeaway
Home Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07531 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CARY PARROTT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Home Dam?
Home Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Home Dam?
Home Dam is owned by CARY PARROTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Home Dam?
Home 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 Home Dam last inspected?
Home Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.