Larsen Dam

UN TR-ELM CREEK· Hays, Texas· Earth· 21 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area25 sq mi
NID IDTX09582

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 7, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MIKE LARSEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Larsen Dam?

Larsen 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 Larsen Dam?

Larsen Dam is owned by MIKE LARSEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Larsen Dam?

Larsen Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Larsen Dam last inspected?

Larsen Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2009. 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.