Larry Mayo Dam

Anderson, Texas· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Larry Mayo Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Max Discharge1,082 cfs
NID IDTX07328

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 4, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LARRY MAYO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Larry Mayo Dam?

Larry Mayo Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Larry Mayo Dam?

Larry Mayo Dam is owned by LARRY MAYO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Larry Mayo Dam?

Larry Mayo Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Larry Mayo Dam last inspected?

Larry Mayo Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2010. 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.