Magnolia Hills Lake Dam dam
Magnolia Hills Lake Dam
Magnolia Hills Lake Dam, located in Warren, Texas, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for recreation. Completed in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 11 feet. With a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene 9-acre surface area for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its recreational purpose, the dam poses a high risk, with a hazard potential that is currently not available. The condition of the dam is not rated, and there is limited information on emergency preparedness and risk management measures. The lack of spillways and drainage areas raises concerns about potential flooding risks, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety of those who frequent the area.
As a popular spot for water and climate enthusiasts, Magnolia Hills Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between utilizing natural resources for recreation while also prioritizing safety and environmental conservation. With its picturesque surroundings and potential for outdoor activities, it is crucial for authorities to address any potential risks and implement necessary measures to safeguard the integrity of the dam and protect the surrounding community.
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 Magnolia Hills Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neches Rv Nr Rockland | 2,420 cfs | → |
| Neches Rv Nr Town Bluff | 3,350 cfs | → |
| Menard Ck Nr Rye | 54 cfs | → |
| Long King Ck At Livingston | 1,360 cfs | → |
| Village Ck Nr Kountze | 1,260 cfs | → |
| Neches Rv Nr Diboll | 756 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Magnolia Hills Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Tyler County
- Jasper County
- Sandy Creek Public Boat Ramp
- Fm 418 Boat Ramp
- Farm To Market Road 3124, Zavalla
Campgrounds
- Lake Tejas City Park
- Indian Village Campground
- Alabama - Coushatta Lake Tombigbee
- Magnolia Ridge - Town Bluff Reservoir
- Campers Cove - Town Bluff Reservoir
- B.A. Steinhagen Lake Campground
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Preserve Boundary In The Big Sandy Unit To Confluence With Big Sandy Creek
- Preserve Boundary Of The Big Sandy Unit To Confluence With Village Creek
- Us Highway 59 To Us Highway 69
- Town Bluff Dam To Hwy 96 Bridge
- Us Highway 69 To Ba Steinhagen Reservoir
- Confluence With Big Sandy Creek To Confluence With The Neches River
Track Magnolia Hills Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Magnolia Hills Lake Dam
Where does the data for Magnolia Hills 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 Magnolia Hills Lake Dam.