Lockhard Dam

TRIBUTRY OF PAW PAW BAYOU· Harrison, Texas· 15 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lockhard Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX)
Dam Length880 ft
Max Storage360 acre-ft
Normal Storage138 acre-ft
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDTX07439

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 4, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

LONG VILLAGE CLUB INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lockhard Dam?

Lockhard 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 Lockhard Dam?

Lockhard Dam is owned by LONG VILLAGE CLUB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Lockhard Dam?

Lockhard Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Lockhard Dam last inspected?

Lockhard Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2019. 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.