Je Howell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Je Howell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06341 |
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
JE HOWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Je Howell Lake Dam?
Je Howell 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 Je Howell Lake Dam?
Je Howell Lake Dam is owned by JE HOWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Je Howell Lake Dam built?
Je Howell Lake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Je Howell Lake Dam?
Je Howell Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Je Howell Lake Dam?
Je Howell Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Je Howell Lake Dam last inspected?
Je Howell Lake Dam was last inspected on May 26, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.