Jennings Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jennings Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05416 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOE ARDIS;MARK HILL;TODD MASSAS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jennings Lake Dam?
Jennings Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jennings Lake Dam?
Jennings Lake Dam is owned by JOE ARDIS;MARK HILL;TODD MASSAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jennings Lake Dam built?
Jennings Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Jennings Lake Dam?
Jennings 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 Jennings Lake Dam?
Jennings Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Jennings Lake Dam last inspected?
Jennings Lake Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.