Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3

TRIBUTARY OF LITTLE JOSHUA CREEK· Kendall, Texas· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3 is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge800 cfs
NID IDTX07311

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 19, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KENDALL COUNTY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3?

Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3 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 Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3?

Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3 is owned by KENDALL COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3?

Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3 has a dam height of 36 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 Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3 last inspected?

Joshua Springs Park Dam No 3 was last inspected on April 19, 2017. 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.