Monroe Dam

TR-FLAT CREEK· Henderson, Texas· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX)
Dam Length595 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage268 acre-ft
Normal Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX06407

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: January 25, 1991
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JAMES MONROE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Monroe Dam?

Monroe 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 Monroe Dam?

Monroe Dam is owned by JAMES MONROE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Monroe Dam?

Monroe 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 Monroe Dam?

Monroe Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Monroe Dam last inspected?

Monroe Dam was last inspected on January 25, 1991. 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.