Janes Dam

STAGG CREEK· Comanche, Texas· Built 1971· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Janes Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDTX09095

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: January 13, 1972
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HEARSHEL JANES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Janes Dam?

Janes 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 Janes Dam?

Janes Dam is owned by HEARSHEL JANES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Janes Dam built?

Janes Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Janes Dam?

Janes Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Janes Dam?

Janes Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Janes Dam last inspected?

Janes Dam was last inspected on January 13, 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.