Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1 dam
Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1
Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Travis County, Texas, along the TR-DECKER CREEK. Completed in 1990, this dam primarily serves as a recreational area, offering a surface area of 10 acres for visitors to enjoy. With a maximum storage capacity of 83 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 49 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Designed by LICHLITER/JAMESON & ASSOCIATES, INC, Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1 stands at a height of 9 feet with a length of 470 feet. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. Despite being classified as having a high risk level (2), the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently marked as "Not Available" and "Not Rated," respectively. The dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are also not specified, suggesting a need for further evaluation and preparation.
With its picturesque surroundings and potential for outdoor activities, Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1 is a site worth visiting for those interested in water resources and climate. However, the lack of detailed risk assessment and management information highlights the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and longevity of this recreational area. As enthusiasts explore the dam and its surroundings, it is crucial to prioritize safety and environmental sustainability to preserve this natural oasis for future generations to enjoy.
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 Bluebonnet Dam No 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Ck At Dessau Rd | 2 cfs | → |
| Walnut Ck At Webberville Rd | 3 cfs | → |
| Ft Br Boggy Ck At Manor Rd | 21 cfs | → |
| Little Walnut Ck At Georgian Dr | 1 cfs | → |
| Boggy Ck At Manor Rd | · | → |
| Waller Ck At Koenig Lane | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1.
Boat launches
- Lake Pflugerville Park
- South Pleasant Valley Road 1-79, Austin
- Texas 130 Toll, Austin
- Farm To Market Road 973 2801-2899, Austin
- Little Webberville Park
- Festival Beach Road, Austin
Campgrounds
- Camp Mabry Military
- Mckinney Falls State Park
- Emma Long Metropolitan Park
- Cypress Creek - Lake Travis
- Sandy Creek - Lake Travis
- Arkansas Bend - Lake Travis
Fishing spots
Track Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1
Where does the data for Lake Bluebonnet Dam No 1 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 Bluebonnet Dam No 1.