John Hankins Dam
Key Takeaway
John Hankins Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 226 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06795 |
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 HANKINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Hankins Dam?
John Hankins 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 Hankins Dam?
John Hankins Dam is owned by JOHN HANKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Hankins Dam built?
John Hankins Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hankins Dam?
John Hankins Dam serves the following purposes: 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 John Hankins Dam?
John Hankins Dam has a dam height of 30 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.