Tank Johnson Dam

ALAZAN BAYOU· Nacogdoches, Texas· Built 1925· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tank Johnson Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX)
Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDTX03871

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JOHN MAST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tank Johnson Dam?

Tank Johnson 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 Tank Johnson Dam?

Tank Johnson Dam is owned by JOHN MAST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tank Johnson Dam built?

Tank Johnson Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Tank Johnson Dam?

Tank Johnson 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 Tank Johnson Dam?

Tank Johnson 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.

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.