Lake June Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake June Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 448 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02499 |
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
TED ALEXANDER ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake June Dam?
Lake June 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 June Dam?
Lake June Dam is owned by TED ALEXANDER ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake June Dam built?
Lake June Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 June Dam?
Lake June Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake June Dam?
Lake June Dam has a dam height of 16 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.