Minnie J Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Minnie J Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. 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 | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,714 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05517 |
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
D BAR C HOLDINGS LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Minnie J Lake Dam?
Minnie J Lake 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 Minnie J Lake Dam?
Minnie J Lake Dam is owned by D BAR C HOLDINGS LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Minnie J Lake Dam built?
Minnie J Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Minnie J Lake Dam?
Minnie J Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Minnie J Lake Dam?
Minnie J Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Minnie J Lake Dam last inspected?
Minnie J Lake Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.