Jenkins and White Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Jenkins and White Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01084 |
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
JENKINS ROBERT E AND WHITE DR DDS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jenkins and White Pond Dam?
Jenkins and White Pond 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 Jenkins and White Pond Dam?
Jenkins and White Pond Dam is owned by JENKINS ROBERT E AND WHITE DR DDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jenkins and White Pond Dam built?
Jenkins and White Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Jenkins and White Pond Dam?
Jenkins and White Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jenkins and White Pond Dam?
Jenkins and White Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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.