Johnson Lake Dam, located in Palo Pinto, Texas, is a private-owned structure built in 1963 primarily for water supply purposes.
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Standing at 16 feet in height and stretching over 1040 feet in length, this earth dam holds a storage capacity of 211 acre-feet with a normal storage of 36 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the Palo Pinto Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its age, Johnson Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition and is classified as having a high risk potential. It lacks a spillway and associated locks, with only one outlet gate identified. The dam's hazard potential is not available, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared. The risk management measures and risk assessment are also unspecified, leaving the dam's safety and maintenance in question.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Johnson Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the infrastructure supporting water supply in Texas. With its unique design and location along the Palo Pinto Creek, the dam presents both challenges and opportunities for sustainable water management. As efforts to assess and address the dam's condition and risk potential continue, the importance of maintaining and monitoring these critical structures becomes increasingly evident in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource demands.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1040 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PALO PINTO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
211 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto
|
55cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
|
50cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
109cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr South Bend
|
28cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |