Tarr Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Tarr Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00201 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
WP CLEMENTS JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tarr Pond Dam?
Tarr Pond 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 Tarr Pond Dam?
Tarr Pond Dam is owned by WP CLEMENTS JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tarr Pond Dam built?
Tarr Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Tarr Pond Dam?
Tarr Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tarr Pond Dam?
Tarr Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Tarr Pond Dam last inspected?
Tarr Pond Dam was last inspected on July 20, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.