Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. 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 | 41 ft (taller than 86.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,272 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07309 |
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
US STEEL TUBULAR PRODUCTS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam?
Lower Barnes Reservoir 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 Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam?
Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam is owned by US STEEL TUBULAR PRODUCTS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam built?
Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam?
Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Lower Barnes Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.