Yarboro Dam
Key Takeaway
Yarboro Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 831 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03053 |
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
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yarboro Dam?
Yarboro 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 Yarboro Dam?
Yarboro Dam is owned by UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yarboro Dam built?
Yarboro Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Yarboro Dam?
Yarboro 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 Yarboro Dam?
Yarboro Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Yarboro Dam last inspected?
Yarboro Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.