John Wright Dam
Key Takeaway
John Wright Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 568 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06124 |
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 WRIGHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Wright Dam?
John Wright 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 Wright Dam?
John Wright Dam is owned by JOHN WRIGHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Wright Dam built?
John Wright Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Wright Dam?
John Wright Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Wright Dam?
John Wright Dam has a dam height of 23 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.