Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam

TR-DENTON CREEK· Dallas, Texas· Built 1972· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDTX04741

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 28, 1972
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

H S JACKSON SAND AND GRAVEL INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam?

Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 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 Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam?

Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam is owned by H S JACKSON SAND AND GRAVEL INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam built?

Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam?

Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam?

Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 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 Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam last inspected?

Jackson Sand & Gravel Reservoir 1 Dam was last inspected on June 28, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.