Jdm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jdm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 830 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 88 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00171 |
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
TEXAN 1998 REAL PROPERTY LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jdm Lake Dam?
Jdm 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 Jdm Lake Dam?
Jdm Lake Dam is owned by TEXAN 1998 REAL PROPERTY LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jdm Lake Dam built?
Jdm Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Jdm Lake Dam?
Jdm Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jdm Lake Dam?
Jdm 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 Jdm Lake Dam last inspected?
Jdm Lake Dam was last inspected on January 9, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.