Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam

JOHNSON DRAW· Crockett, Texas· Built 1957· Earth· 40 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 40 ft (taller than 84.9% in TX)
Dam Length4,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage11.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage166 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Max Discharge20,087 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDTX02368

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: Yes
Last Inspection: March 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CROCKETT COUNTY;CROCKETT SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 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 Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam is owned by CROCKETT COUNTY;CROCKETT SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam built?

Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam last inspected?

Johnsons Draw WS SCS Site 1 Dam was last inspected on March 10, 2021. 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.