Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam dam
Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam
Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam, located in Anderson, Texas, stands as a testament to conservation efforts dating back to 1951. This private earth dam, designed by the USDA NRCS, serves primarily for recreational purposes, storing up to 557 acre-feet of water from the TR-Crooked Creek. With a structural height of 29 feet and a length of 497 feet, the dam not only contributes to the area's water supply but also provides a serene surface area of 32 acres for outdoor activities.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this dam boasts an uncontrolled spillway width of 74 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1080 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated as of the last inspection in 2006. With one uncontrolled outlet gate, the dam continues to be a vital resource for the local community, offering a safe and enjoyable environment for recreation while maintaining a crucial balance in water management for the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the significance of Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam, its role in sustaining the surrounding ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities becomes apparent. With its rich history, moderate risk assessment, and tie to the beautiful Crooked Creek, this dam serves as a beacon of conservation and responsible water management in the heart of Texas.
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 Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood | 3,220 cfs | → |
| Upper Keechi Ck Nr Oakwood | 39 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv Nr Crockett | 4,520 cfs | → |
| Neches Rv Nr Neches | 169 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga | 1,810 cfs | → |
| Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam.
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam
Where does the data for Lakeview Methodist Lake 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 Lakeview Methodist Lake Dam.