Jl Williams Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jl Williams Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 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 | 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 613 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 309 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05964 |
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
CATHY BRUNSON;ROBERT BRUNSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jl Williams Lake Dam?
Jl Williams 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 Jl Williams Lake Dam?
Jl Williams Lake Dam is owned by CATHY BRUNSON;ROBERT BRUNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jl Williams Lake Dam built?
Jl Williams Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Jl Williams Lake Dam?
Jl Williams Lake 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 Jl Williams Lake Dam?
Jl Williams Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Jl Williams Lake Dam last inspected?
Jl Williams Lake Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.