Lake Connie Jean Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Connie Jean Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00040 |
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
WILD COUNTRY POA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Connie Jean Dam?
Lake Connie Jean 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 Lake Connie Jean Dam?
Lake Connie Jean Dam is owned by WILD COUNTRY POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Connie Jean Dam built?
Lake Connie Jean Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lake Connie Jean Dam?
Lake Connie Jean Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Connie Jean Dam?
Lake Connie Jean Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Lake Connie Jean Dam last inspected?
Lake Connie Jean Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.