Lehew Dam No 1

J-2 CANYON CREEK· Dickens, Texas· Built 1958· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Lehew Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDTX01372

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 21, 1964
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JAMES LEHEW

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lehew Dam No 1?

Lehew Dam No 1 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 Lehew Dam No 1?

Lehew Dam No 1 is owned by JAMES LEHEW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lehew Dam No 1 built?

Lehew Dam No 1 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Lehew Dam No 1?

Lehew Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lehew Dam No 1?

Lehew Dam No 1 has a dam height of 34 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 Lehew Dam No 1 last inspected?

Lehew Dam No 1 was last inspected on February 21, 1964. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.