Mcgarrahan Dam

CONNER CREEK· Young, Texas· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Mcgarrahan Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX06446

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: October 9, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

KEITH MCGARRAHAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcgarrahan Dam?

Mcgarrahan 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 Mcgarrahan Dam?

Mcgarrahan Dam is owned by KEITH MCGARRAHAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcgarrahan Dam?

Mcgarrahan Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Mcgarrahan Dam?

Mcgarrahan Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Mcgarrahan Dam last inspected?

Mcgarrahan Dam was last inspected on October 9, 1989. 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.