Lake Jennifer
Key Takeaway
Lake Jennifer is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 372 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00499 |
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
LAKE JENNIFER TRUST POA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Jennifer?
Lake Jennifer 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 Jennifer?
Lake Jennifer is owned by LAKE JENNIFER TRUST POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Jennifer built?
Lake Jennifer was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Jennifer?
Lake Jennifer 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 Jennifer?
Lake Jennifer has a dam height of 31 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.