Huntsville State Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Huntsville State Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 207 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02952 |
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
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Huntsville State Park Dam?
Huntsville State Park 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 Huntsville State Park Dam?
Huntsville State Park Dam is owned by TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huntsville State Park Dam built?
Huntsville State Park Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Huntsville State Park Dam?
Huntsville State Park 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 Huntsville State Park Dam?
Huntsville State Park Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Huntsville State Park Dam last inspected?
Huntsville State Park Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.