John Casey Dam
Key Takeaway
John Casey Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06865 |
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
JOHN CASEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Casey Dam?
John Casey 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 John Casey Dam?
John Casey Dam is owned by JOHN CASEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Casey Dam built?
John Casey Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 John Casey Dam?
John Casey 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 John Casey Dam?
John Casey Dam has a dam height of 13 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 John Casey Dam last inspected?
John Casey Dam was last inspected on April 2, 1974. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.