Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam

OFF CH-CEDAR BAYOU· Harris, Texas· Built 1953· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length10,133 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage713 acre-ft
Normal Storage416 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDTX03385

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: February 10, 1982
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

ROY SEABERG

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Seaberg Reservoir No 4 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 Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam is owned by ROY SEABERG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam built?

Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam?

Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam last inspected?

Seaberg Reservoir No 4 Dam was last inspected on February 10, 1982. 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.