Eg Goff Dam, located in El Campo, Texas, is a private-owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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The dam, completed in 1990, is an earth-type structure with a buttress core, standing at a height of 9 feet and offering a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. Despite being non-federally regulated, the dam has state permitting and inspection in place to ensure its safety and functionality.
Situated on the Goldenrod Creek, Eg Goff Dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for agricultural irrigation in the Wharton County area. With a surface area of 7 acres and a normal storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, the dam contributes to water management and distribution in the region. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate to control water flow.
Although the dam's hazard potential is listed as not available, it is categorized as having a high risk level of 2. The condition of the dam is not rated, but it has undergone an inspection in 1990. With its strategic location and vital role in irrigation, Eg Goff Dam stands as a significant water resource structure in Texas, ensuring sustainable water supply for agricultural needs in the area.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-GOLDENROD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
Sandy Ck Nr Ganado
|
3cfs |
W Mustang Ck Nr Ganado
|
4cfs |
Navidad Rv At Strane Pk Nr Edna
|
0cfs |
E Mustang Ck Nr Louise
|
3cfs |
Lavaca Rv Nr Edna
|
0cfs |
Navidad Rv Nr Hallettsville
|
0cfs |