J A Morris Dam

BARNHART CREEK· Rusk, Texas· Built 1952· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

J A Morris Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDTX03535

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: July 18, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

AL MORRIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of J A Morris Dam?

J A Morris 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 J A Morris Dam?

J A Morris Dam is owned by AL MORRIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was J A Morris Dam built?

J A Morris Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 J A Morris Dam?

J A Morris Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is J A Morris Dam?

J A Morris Dam has a dam height of 20 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 J A Morris Dam last inspected?

J A Morris Dam was last inspected on July 18, 1984. 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.