Johnston Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Johnston Lake Dam, located in Young County, Texas, was completed in 1962 and serves as a vital water supply source for the surrounding area.


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Summary

This private-owned structure, standing at a height of 12 feet and a length of 700 feet, was designed as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type. The dam has a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet and primarily operates for water supply purposes along the TR-Salt Creek.

Despite being state-regulated for permitting and inspection, Johnston Lake Dam has not been assessed for its condition and potential hazards. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and inundation maps have not been updated or prepared. While the dam may not have a spillway, it is crucial for stakeholders and authorities to closely monitor and address any potential risks associated with the structure to ensure the safety and sustainability of its water resources and surrounding environment.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

TR-SALT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

145

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.