Howeth Dam No 2
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 Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| NID ID | TX07467 |
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
CONNALLY HOWETH
Private
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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.