Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam

EAST FORK DOUBLE BAYOU· Chambers, Texas· Buttress· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX)
Dam Length70 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage585 acre-ft
Normal Storage585 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX07068

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: December 13, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

JAY JENKINS;JOHN JENKINS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam?

Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir 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 Offchannel Reservoir Dam?

Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam is owned by JAY JENKINS;JOHN JENKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam?

Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir 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 Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam?

Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Jenkins Offchannel Reservoir Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2006. 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.