Messner Lake Dam dam
Messner Lake Dam
Messner Lake Dam, located in Upshur County, Texas, was completed in 1930 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes. This private Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 400 feet, with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Clear Creek, the dam is owned and operated by a private entity and is not regulated by the state. Despite being in good condition according to the last inspection in 2008, the dam has a high risk assessment rating, indicating potential hazards.
The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. While the hazard potential and condition assessment are not available, it is clear that Messner Lake Dam plays a crucial role in providing water for irrigation in the region. The surrounding area may be at risk due to the high risk assessment rating, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the dam for water resource management in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Messner Lake Dam a fascinating site to study and monitor, given its historical significance and the vital role it plays in irrigation. The lack of state regulatory oversight and the high risk assessment rating add an element of intrigue, prompting further investigation into the dam's structural integrity and potential environmental impact. As a key feature on TR-Clear Creek, Messner Lake Dam is a valuable asset in the region's water management infrastructure, making it a subject of interest for those passionate about sustainable water resource management and climate resilience.
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 Messner Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Cypress Ck Nr Ore City | 110 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater | 364 cfs | → |
| Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy | 45 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Abv Longview | 320 cfs | → |
| Rabbit Ck At Kilgore | 4 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Bl Longview | 368 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Messner Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- South Tyler Street 901, Gladewater
- Pine Hill Park
- Cedar Springs Boat Ramp
- Pops Landing Road Marion County
- Lone Star Park Boat Ramp
- Estes Parkway 5001, Lakeport
Campgrounds
- Old Camp
- Camp Mabey
- Camp Gilmont
- Cedar Springs - Lake Of The Pines
- Lake Of The Pines
- Alley Creek - Lake Of The Pines
Fishing spots
Track Messner Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Messner Lake Dam
Where does the data for Messner 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 Messner Lake Dam.