Mose Johnson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mose Johnson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00768 |
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
MRS MOSE JOHNSON ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mose Johnson Lake Dam?
Mose Johnson Lake 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 Mose Johnson Lake Dam?
Mose Johnson Lake Dam is owned by MRS MOSE JOHNSON ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mose Johnson Lake Dam built?
Mose Johnson Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Mose Johnson Lake Dam?
Mose Johnson Lake 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 Mose Johnson Lake Dam?
Mose Johnson Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.