Kennedy Dam
Kennedy Dam is an earth dam located in Bowie County, Texas, built in 1927. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Kennedy Dam
The primary purpose of Kennedy Dam is irrigation. The dam stores and diverts water for agricultural irrigation, supporting farming operations in the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Leon Kennedy (private). It impounds the Crutchers Creek.
The dam stands 14 feet tall and stretches 660 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 58 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 350 acre-feet. Completed in 1927, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 07/31/1985. That was over 40 years ago.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Bowie |
| River/Stream | Crutchers Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.32340, -94.06565 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner | LEON KENNEDY |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 07/31/1985 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX00364 |
| Federal ID | TX00364 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |