Stuard Dam

CONCHO RIVER· Tom Green, Texas· Concrete· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Stuard Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area64 sq mi
NID IDTX07024

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

BENNY STUARD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stuard Dam?

Stuard 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 Stuard Dam?

Stuard Dam is owned by BENNY STUARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stuard Dam?

Stuard 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 Stuard Dam?

Stuard Dam has a dam height of 10 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.