Stinson Dam

MOUNTAIN FORK BRAZOS RIVER· Stonewall, Texas· Built 1964· Earth· 26 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Stinson Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX)
Dam Length288 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1,152 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDTX06737

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

REGGIE STINSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stinson Dam?

Stinson 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 Stinson Dam?

Stinson Dam is owned by REGGIE STINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stinson Dam built?

Stinson Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Stinson Dam?

Stinson Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stinson Dam?

Stinson Dam has a dam height of 26 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.

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.