Starr Hollow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Starr Hollow Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 54 ft (taller than 95.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04401 |
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
MARVIN LEONARD FAMILY TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Starr Hollow Lake Dam?
Starr Hollow Lake 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 Starr Hollow Lake Dam?
Starr Hollow Lake Dam is owned by MARVIN LEONARD FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Starr Hollow Lake Dam built?
Starr Hollow Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Starr Hollow Lake Dam?
Starr Hollow Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Starr Hollow Lake Dam?
Starr Hollow Lake Dam has a dam height of 54 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 Starr Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?
Starr Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.