Jerry Hays Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerry Hays Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 658 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 191 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06240 |
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
JERRY HAYS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerry Hays Dam?
Jerry Hays 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 Jerry Hays Dam?
Jerry Hays Dam is owned by JERRY HAYS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerry Hays Dam built?
Jerry Hays Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Jerry Hays Dam?
Jerry Hays 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 Jerry Hays Dam?
Jerry Hays Dam has a dam height of 29 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.