Jw Quick Pond Dam dam
Jw Quick Pond Dam
Jw Quick Pond Dam, located in Jack, Texas, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Built in 1993 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and stretches 383 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for the community.
Situated on TR-FLAG SPRING CREEK, this dam is under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas and is regulated for both permitting and inspection purposes. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure. With a risk assessment of 'High (2)', the dam's risk management measures are currently unspecified, emphasizing the importance of implementing proactive strategies to mitigate potential hazards and safeguard the surrounding area.
As a key component of the Fort Worth District and with Congressman Mac Thornberry representing the district, Jw Quick Pond Dam serves as a vital resource for water management and conservation efforts in the region. With its significant impact on the local ecosystem and community, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of climate change and evolving environmental challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Jw Quick Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro | 2 cfs | → |
| Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport | · | → |
| Little Wichita Rv Nr Archer City | 1 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv Nr South Bend | 9 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto | 140 cfs | → |
| Little Wichita Rv Abv Henrietta | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jw Quick Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 1638 Wise County
- Runaway Bay Marina
- Lake Eddleman Public Boat Ramp
- Archer County
- Fm 2606 Clay County
- Pawnee Trail 498, Clay County
Campgrounds
- Richardson State Park
- Selma City Park - Lake Amon Carter
- Wise County Park
- Lake Eddleman City Park
- Kindley City Park
- Firemans City Park - Graham
Track Jw Quick Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Jw Quick Pond Dam
Where does the data for Jw Quick Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Jw Quick Pond Dam.