Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam dam
Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam
Located in San Augustine, Texas, the Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam stands as a testament to private ownership and stewardship of water resources. Built in 2011, this earth dam reaches a height of 23 feet and spans 940 feet in length, with a primary purpose designated as "Other." Serving as a vital structure on a tributary of Blue Creek, the dam provides a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 45 acre-feet.
Despite being unregulated by the state, the Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam plays a crucial role in water management for the area, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. An uncontrolled spillway, measuring 8 feet in width, ensures proper water discharge in times of excess, while an uncontrolled outlet gate assists in managing water levels. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam's construction and design reflect a commitment to safety and efficiency in water resource management.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of private initiatives in safeguarding our water supply. With a focus on sustainability and responsible management, this dam stands as a testament to the resilience and adaptability needed in the face of 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 Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Attoyac Bayou Nr Chireno | 1,000 cfs | → |
| Ayish Bayou Nr San Augustine | 100 cfs | → |
| Bayou Lanana At Nacogdoches | 9 cfs | → |
| Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley | · | → |
| Neches Rv Nr Rockland | 694 cfs | → |
| E Fk Angelina Rv Nr Cushing | 17 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 1211, Center
- County Road 1510, Center
- Etole Park Road, Etoile
- Ashcamp Loop, Broaddus
- Farm To Market Road 3124, Zavalla
- Kurth Lake Road, Lufkin
Campgrounds
- Mission Dolores City Rv Park
- Townsend
- Shirley Creek - Sam Rayburn Reservoir
- Jackson Hill - Sam Rayburn Reservoir
- Hanks Creek - Sam Rayburn Reservoir
- Harvey Creek
Fishing spots
- Sam Rayburn Lake
- Lake Nacogdoches
- Bouton Lake: (936) 897-1068
- Lake Murvaul
- B. A. Steinhagen Lake
- Martin Creek Lake
Track Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam
Where does the data for Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 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 Jackson Water Farm Pond 2 Dam.