Harris Pond Dam No 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Harris Pond Dam No 1, located in Lamar County, Texas, was completed in 1981 and is owned by a private entity.
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Summary
This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 514 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a protective barrier for the TR-GHOST CREEK watershed with a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. It lacks a spillway and has not been rated for condition assessment, posing a high risk due to its design and maintenance status. The dam's hazard potential is listed as "Not Available", highlighting the need for further evaluation and risk management measures to ensure the safety of downstream communities and the surrounding ecosystem in the event of a breach.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure and environmental stewardship may find Harris Pond Dam No 1 a compelling case study for the challenges and responsibilities associated with managing aging dams in a changing climate. The dam's location, design, and regulatory oversight present a complex scenario for balancing flood protection needs with ecological considerations and public safety concerns, making it a topic of interest for those passionate about sustainable water resource management.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
514 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GHOST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.73 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Harris Pond Dam No 1