Humphrey Dam
Key Takeaway
Humphrey Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,152 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06121 |
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
CLAYTON HUMPHREY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Humphrey Dam?
Humphrey 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 Humphrey Dam?
Humphrey Dam is owned by CLAYTON HUMPHREY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Humphrey Dam built?
Humphrey Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Humphrey Dam?
Humphrey Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Humphrey Dam?
Humphrey Dam has a dam height of 22 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.