Jeschke Dam

CONCHO RIVER· Tom Green, Texas· Built 1920· Buttress· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jeschke Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)
NID IDTX03141

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: April 23, 1976
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BILLY JOE AND JUNE HELWIG ET AL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jeschke Dam?

Jeschke 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 Jeschke Dam?

Jeschke Dam is owned by BILLY JOE AND JUNE HELWIG ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jeschke Dam built?

Jeschke Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Jeschke Dam?

Jeschke 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 Jeschke Dam?

Jeschke Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Jeschke Dam last inspected?

Jeschke Dam was last inspected on April 23, 1976. 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.