Lake Jb Thomas Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyScurry
Nearest CityCOLORADO CITY
River/StreamCOLORADO RIVER
Coordinates32.58333, -101.13500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height105 ft
Dam Height105 ft
Dam Length9,200 ft
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage430,600 acre-ft
Max Storage430,600 acre-ft
Normal Storage200,604 acre-ft
Surface Area7,820 acres
Drainage Area997 sq mi
Max Discharge161,002 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCOLORADO RIVER MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX04138
Federal IDTX04138
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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