Jameson Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lakeland Levee Corlay Lake No 1 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jameson Dam, located in Walker County, Texas, was completed in 1957 for the primary purpose of recreation along the Little Carolina Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 600 feet, providing a storage capacity of 265 acre-feet of water. The dam is designated as a buttress type, with a spillway width of zero and no locks for navigation.
Although the dam has not been inspected since 1973 and is currently rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and condition assessment, its risk assessment is classified as high. Despite lacking recent data on its structural integrity, Jameson Dam remains a valuable resource for water storage and recreational activities in the area. As a private ownership structure, the dam is not regulated by the state and does not fall under the jurisdiction of any specific agency for enforcement or oversight.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CAROLINA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
265 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kickapoo Ck At Onalaska
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17cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Nr Huntsville
|
34cfs |
Long King Ck At Livingston
|
13cfs |
Bedias Ck Nr Madisonville
|
19cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Goodrich
|
3350cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe
|
262cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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