Ja Marr Pond 4 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 2, 2026
Ja Marr Pond 4 Dam, located in Foard, Texas, was constructed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of providing fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet with a structural height of 30 feet, and a length of 334 feet. It has a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 344 square miles along the TR-CANAL CREEK.
Despite not having a spillway, this dam has a high hazard potential with a risk assessment rating of 2, indicating a significant risk level. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan (EAP) in place. The dam is privately owned and is not regulated by the state, but it undergoes regular inspections and is permitted by the state for operation. The risk management measures for this dam are not documented, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the water resources it protects.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
334 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
344 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Ja Marr Pond 4 Dam