Lee Lake Dam, located in Somerville, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS.
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Standing at 30 feet high and spanning 630 feet in length, the dam serves primarily for purposes not specified, with a storage capacity of 302 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Jerdelle Creek in Washington County, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Galveston District of the USACE.
Despite its age, Lee Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition, posing a high risk according to hazard potential assessments. The dam lacks a spillway and has not been inspected or maintained in recent years. Given its critical role in water resource management and potential impact on downstream areas, there is a growing need for regulatory oversight and enforcement to ensure the safety and integrity of this structure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lee Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the management and maintenance of aging infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-JERDELLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
302 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Yegua Ck Nr Somerville
|
0cfs |
Davidson Ck Nr Lyons
|
0cfs |
E Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
1cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Hempstead
|
1840cfs |
Middle Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
0cfs |
Brazos Rv At Sh 21 Nr Bryan
|
590cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Yegua Creek - Lake Somerville
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Rocky Creek - Lake Somerville
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152
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151
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153
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166
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