Johnson Pooling Dam
Key Takeaway
Johnson Pooling Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 714 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 66 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06663 |
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
JOHNSON POOLING AGR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Johnson Pooling Dam?
Johnson Pooling 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 Johnson Pooling Dam?
Johnson Pooling Dam is owned by JOHNSON POOLING AGR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Johnson Pooling Dam built?
Johnson Pooling Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Johnson Pooling Dam?
Johnson Pooling Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Johnson Pooling Dam?
Johnson Pooling Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Johnson Pooling Dam last inspected?
Johnson Pooling Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.