Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam dam
Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam
Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam, located in Van Zandt, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by VELVIN & WEEKS CONSULTING ENGINEERS. Completed in 1998, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans a length of 475 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 287 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of Kickapoo Creek, the dam serves various purposes and is equipped with a spillway and multiple outlet gates for drainage control.
Although not regulated by the state, Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam undergoes regular inspections and has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's hazard potential is not available, and its condition assessment is not rated. While it currently meets guidelines for emergency action planning, details regarding the last inspection date and frequency are not provided. Despite the lack of state enforcement, the dam's risk management measures and inundation maps readiness remain unspecified at this time.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam to be a fascinating structure with its unique design features and operational capabilities. As a privately owned earth dam in Texas, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and serving various purposes in the region. With its moderate risk assessment and regular inspections, the dam underscores the importance of proactive maintenance and emergency preparedness in safeguarding against potential hazards and ensuring the safety of surrounding communities.
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 Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Ck Nr Kemp | 1 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Mineola | 103 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point | 111 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv At Trinidad | 2,270 cfs | → |
| Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman | 8 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman | 16 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam.
Boat launches
- Park Road Henderson County
- County Road 2830 15500, Henderson County
- East Cedar Creek Parkway 2101, Mabank
- Jupiter Road, Star Harbor
- Private Road 7398 469, Wills Point
Campgrounds
- Purtis Creek State Park
- Lake Holbrook Park - South
- Lake Holbrook Park - West
- Camp Meisenbach
- Staff Cabins
- Camp Trevor-Rees-Jones
Fishing spots
Track Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam
Where does the data for Dekkers Lake No 1 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 Dekkers Lake No 1 Dam.