Poco Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Poco Club Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 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 | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02834 |
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
JTN MANAGEMENT LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Poco Club Lake Dam?
Poco Club 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 Poco Club Lake Dam?
Poco Club Lake Dam is owned by JTN MANAGEMENT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poco Club Lake Dam built?
Poco Club Lake Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Poco Club Lake Dam?
Poco Club 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 Poco Club Lake Dam?
Poco Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Poco Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Poco Club Lake Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.