Morris Sheppard Dam
Texas — Palo Pinto County
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Palo Pinto |
| Coordinates | 32.87157, -98.42652 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 189 ft |
| Dam Height | 187 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,740 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,365,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,365,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17,700 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1941 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.