Holcomb Lake Dam dam
Holcomb Lake Dam
Holcomb Lake Dam in Anderson, Texas, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose classified as "Other." The dam, with a height of 29.7 feet and a length of 500 feet, serves as a key component in water resource management for the area. It has a storage capacity of 265 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 38.76 acres, with a drainage area of 0.85 square miles.
Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The last inspection of Holcomb Lake Dam was conducted in September 2010, with a designated inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam is considered to have a high risk level, with a hazard potential rating of "Not Available." Despite its risk assessment, the condition of the dam has not been rated, and there are no available emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared for the structure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Holcomb Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the management and maintenance of a critical infrastructure. Its location in the Fort Worth District and association with private ownership highlight the complexities involved in safeguarding water resources and addressing potential risks associated with dam structures. As efforts continue to ensure the safety and functionality of Holcomb Lake Dam, it stands as a vital component in the local water supply and environmental landscape of Anderson, Texas.
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 Holcomb Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neches Rv Nr Neches | 155 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga | 3,850 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv At Trinidad | 6,040 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood | 3,250 cfs | → |
| Upper Keechi Ck Nr Oakwood | 21 cfs | → |
| Mud Ck Nr Jacksonville | 56 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Holcomb Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Farm-To-Market Road 1892, Frankston
- County Road 3504, Bullard
- Farm To Market 315, Chandler
- Jupiter Road, Star Harbor
- South Shore Drive 3301-3371, Jacksonville
- County Road 2830 15500, Henderson County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Holcomb Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Holcomb Lake Dam
Where does the data for Holcomb 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 Holcomb Lake Dam.