Jones and Allen Farms Levee

OFF CH-EAST BAY BAYOU· Chambers, Texas· Built 1955· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jones and Allen Farms Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX)
Dam Length22,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage485 acre-ft
Surface Area127 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDTX04216

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 28, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CHARLES T JONES ET AL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jones and Allen Farms Levee?

Jones and Allen Farms Levee 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 Jones and Allen Farms Levee?

Jones and Allen Farms Levee is owned by CHARLES T JONES ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jones and Allen Farms Levee built?

Jones and Allen Farms Levee was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Jones and Allen Farms Levee?

Jones and Allen Farms Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jones and Allen Farms Levee?

Jones and Allen Farms Levee has a dam height of 7 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 Jones and Allen Farms Levee last inspected?

Jones and Allen Farms Levee was last inspected on April 28, 2015. 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.