Janie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Janie Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,208 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03850 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AIMEE LUBIN;AMBER BROOKS;AUDREY BINES;CAROL REAGAN;JANE BESTE;JOHN COOK;JOSEPH BROOKS;KATHERINE CAREY;WILLIAM CAREY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Janie Lake Dam?
Janie Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Janie Lake Dam?
Janie Lake Dam is owned by AIMEE LUBIN;AMBER BROOKS;AUDREY BINES;CAROL REAGAN;JANE BESTE;JOHN COOK;JOSEPH BROOKS;KATHERINE CAREY;WILLIAM CAREY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Janie Lake Dam built?
Janie Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Janie Lake Dam?
Janie Lake 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 Janie Lake Dam?
Janie Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Janie Lake Dam last inspected?
Janie Lake Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.