Jackson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jackson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 443 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04772 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
OTAKA INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam is owned by OTAKA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jackson Lake Dam built?
Jackson Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Jackson Lake Dam last inspected?
Jackson Lake Dam was last inspected on May 23, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.