Howeth Dam No 2

BOGGY BRANCH· Henderson, Texas· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Howeth Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3 cfs
NID IDTX07467

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 8, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CONNALLY HOWETH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Howeth Dam No 2?

Howeth Dam No 2 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 Howeth Dam No 2?

Howeth Dam No 2 is owned by CONNALLY HOWETH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Howeth Dam No 2?

Howeth Dam No 2 has a dam height of 18 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 Howeth Dam No 2 last inspected?

Howeth Dam No 2 was last inspected on May 8, 2014. 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.