John May Dam No 2

TR-TANKERSLEY CREEK· Titus, Texas· Built 1945· Earth· 15 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

John May Dam No 2 is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. 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	15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX)
Dam Length	625 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	64 acre-ft
Normal Storage	58 acre-ft

Surface Area	11 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	2 cfs
Year Completed	1945 (81 years old)
NID ID	TX06389

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: May 28, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

ANTHONY COOPER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of John May Dam No 2?

John May Dam No 2 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 John May Dam No 2?

John May Dam No 2 is owned by ANTHONY COOPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was John May Dam No 2 built?

John May Dam No 2 was completed in 1945, making it 81 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is John May Dam No 2?

John May Dam No 2 has a dam height of 15 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 May Dam No 2 last inspected?

John May Dam No 2 was last inspected on May 28, 2019. 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.