Julian Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Julian Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00316 |
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
C M PERKINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Julian Lake Dam?
Julian Lake 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 Julian Lake Dam?
Julian Lake Dam is owned by C M PERKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Julian Lake Dam built?
Julian Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Julian Lake Dam?
Julian Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Julian Lake Dam?
Julian Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Julian Lake Dam last inspected?
Julian Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.