Lcra Inks Dam dam
Lcra Inks Dam
Lcra Inks Dam, located in Marble Falls, Texas, is a vital structure on the Colorado River with a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation. Built in 1938, this gravity dam stands at a height of 96.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 63,500 acre-feet, serving as a crucial water resource for the region. The dam also offers recreational opportunities, making it a popular destination for water and climate enthusiasts alike.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Lcra Inks Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a satisfactory condition assessment as of September 2017, the dam is deemed to be in good shape for continued operation. The surrounding area boasts a surface area of 803 acres and a drainage area of 32,076 acres, highlighting the importance of this dam in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
With a rich history of providing hydroelectric power and recreational opportunities, Lcra Inks Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Texas. Its impressive structure, efficient operations, and regulatory oversight contribute to the overall resilience of the region's water infrastructure. For water and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a fascinating example of sustainable water management practices and the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure for future generations.
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 Lcra Inks Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Ck Nr Kingsland | 501 cfs | → |
| Llano Rv At Llano | 3,700 cfs | → |
| S Fk Rocky Ck Nr Briggs | 277 cfs | → |
| Pedernales Rv Nr Johnson City | 39 cfs | → |
| Lampasas Rv Nr Kempner | 228 cfs | → |
| Colorado Rv Nr San Saba | 4,300 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lcra Inks Dam.
Boat launches
- Blackrock Park. Buchanan Lake
- Kingsland Lions Park. Lake Lyndon B. Johnson
- Burnet County Park North. Lake Buchanan.
- Eldorado Drive 1898, Llano County
- Park Terrace 599, Sunrise Beach Village
- Cedar Point. Lake Buchanan.
Campgrounds
- Inks Lake State Park
- 270
- Black Rock Park
- Reveille Peak Ranch
- Cedar Point Rec Area
- Canyon Of The Eagles Nature Park
Fishing spots
Track Lcra Inks Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lcra Inks Dam
Where does the data for Lcra Inks 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 Lcra Inks Dam.