Lake Ione Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Ione Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03290 |
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
JU JUSTISS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Ione Dam?
Lake Ione 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 Ione Dam?
Lake Ione Dam is owned by JU JUSTISS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Ione Dam built?
Lake Ione Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Ione Dam?
Lake Ione Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Ione Dam?
Lake Ione Dam has a dam height of 17 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.