Lake Jackson Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Jackson Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 95 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09065 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARTHUR WHITMIRE;CAROLYN HURYCH;EARL HALL;JAMES HARPER;JAMES OLIVER;JAMES ROESCH;JAMES VESSELS;MICHAEL KILGORE;R MINTON;THURMAN RECTOR
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson Dam is owned by ARTHUR WHITMIRE;CAROLYN HURYCH;EARL HALL;JAMES HARPER;JAMES OLIVER;JAMES ROESCH;JAMES VESSELS;MICHAEL KILGORE;R MINTON;THURMAN RECTOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson 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 Lake Jackson Dam?
Lake Jackson Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Jackson Dam last inspected?
Lake Jackson Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.