Lake Tinkle Dam dam
Lake Tinkle Dam
Lake Tinkle Dam, located in Nacogdoches, Texas, was completed in 1949 and stands at a height of 20 feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet, it offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam is of earth type, with a buttress core, and overlooks the serene TR-WANDERS CREEK.
Despite its age, Lake Tinkle Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its hazard potential remains unavailable. The dam lacks a spillway and drainage area, highlighting potential risks associated with high water levels and limited discharge capacity. Although the dam has not undergone recent inspections, its location and structure make it a captivating spot worth exploring for those interested in water infrastructure and environmental conservation.
While Lake Tinkle Dam may pose some risks due to its outdated infrastructure, its historical significance and recreational value make it an intriguing destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its unique design and serene surroundings, the dam offers a glimpse into the past while providing a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. Despite its limited regulatory oversight, Lake Tinkle Dam remains a hidden gem in the heart of Texas, waiting to be discovered and appreciated by those who appreciate the beauty of nature and water resources.
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 Lake Tinkle Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bayou Lanana At Nacogdoches | 9 cfs | → |
| E Fk Angelina Rv Nr Cushing | 92 cfs | → |
| Attoyac Bayou Nr Chireno | 1,000 cfs | → |
| Angelina Rv Nr Alto | 160 cfs | → |
| Ayish Bayou Nr San Augustine | 100 cfs | → |
| Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Tinkle Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 1510, Center
- County Road 1211, Center
- County Road 753, Nacogdoches
- Lake Nacogdoches West Park, Nacogdoches
- Kurth Lake Road, Lufkin
- Etole Park Road, Etoile
Campgrounds
- Rosie Jones Park - Lake Murvaul
- Tinkle Park - Lake Murvaul
- Mission Dolores City Rv Park
- Boles Field: (409) 625-1940
- Boles Field Campground
- Townsend
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Lake Tinkle Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Tinkle Dam
Where does the data for Lake Tinkle 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 Lake Tinkle Dam.