Moorhouse Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Red Lake Dam Brick Yard Lake No 2 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Moorhouse Dam, located in Stonewall, Texas, was completed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a private fish and wildlife pond.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 480 feet, with a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Salt Fork Brazos River, the dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock, and providing a habitat for small fish in the region.
With a high hazard potential rating, Moorhouse Dam has not been fully assessed for its condition and lacks a detailed emergency action plan. Despite these challenges, the dam has not been regulated by the state and undergoes regular inspections. The Fort Worth District of the USACE oversees the dam's operations, ensuring its safety and functionality for the surrounding community and wildlife.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Moorhouse Dam an intriguing structure, as it not only provides essential water storage for the area but also supports local wildlife and ecosystems. As efforts continue to assess and manage the dam's risks, its significance in maintaining environmental balance and safeguarding against potential hazards remains paramount in the region.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT FORK BRAZOS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
1800 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Moorhouse Dam