Lehew Dam No 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lehew Dam No 2, located in Dickens County, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1960 with a height of 18 feet and a length of 200 feet.
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Summary
The dam, situated on J-2 Canyon Creek, primarily serves the purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Despite being state permitted and inspected, the dam lacks regulatory enforcement and has not been assessed for its condition.
With a high hazard potential rating, Lehew Dam No 2 poses a risk to the surrounding area in the event of a failure. Though it currently lacks a comprehensive risk assessment and management plan, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate and does not have a spillway. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in 1964, raising concerns about its current condition and the need for updated emergency action preparedness.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Lehew Dam No 2 should be aware of its historical significance as a key infrastructure project in the region. As a privately owned structure lacking federal oversight, the dam's risk potential and lack of modern assessments highlight the need for further evaluation and potential updates to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
J-2 CANYON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Lehew Dam No 2