Lake Conroe Forest Dam dam
Lake Conroe Forest Dam
Located in Montgomery, Texas, the Lake Conroe Forest Dam is a private Earth dam that was completed in 1959 for the primary purpose of recreation. Spanning a length of 1005 feet and standing at a height of 22 feet, this structure regulates the Rush Creek river flow and provides a maximum storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. With a normal storage level of 123 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 20 acres and has a drainage area of 1.1 square miles.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 197 feet and three uncontrolled outlet gates. In 1994, the structure underwent a structural modification to enhance its safety and efficiency. However, as of the most recent assessment in April 2021, the condition of the dam was deemed unsatisfactory, with a moderate risk rating of 3. While the hazard potential is not currently available, the dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to ensure its compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
Despite its issues, the Lake Conroe Forest Dam remains a vital component of the local water resource management system, serving as a key recreational and environmental asset in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and advocate for the sustainable upkeep of this dam, it stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to balance human needs with environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Conroe Forest Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe | 262 cfs | → |
| Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe | 77 cfs | → |
| Lake Ck Nr Dobbin | 15 cfs | → |
| W Fk San Jacinto Rv Nr Conroe | 173 cfs | → |
| Dry Ck At Fm 2978 | 2 cfs | → |
| Bear Branch At Research Blvd | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Conroe Forest Dam.
Boat launches
- Piney Shores Boat Ramp
- Conroe Boat Ramp 830
- Scotts Ridge Swim Area
- Edgewater Drive 32210, Montgomery County
- Lake Woodlands Drive The Woodlands
- Boat Launch The Woodlands
Campgrounds
- End Of The Road Spot
- Kelly's Pond Campground
- Kellys Pond Dispersed
- Kelly's Pond Campground: (936) 344-6205
- Cagle Recreation Area: (936) 344-6205
- Cagle Rec Area
Track Lake Conroe Forest Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Conroe Forest Dam
Where does the data for Lake Conroe Forest 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 Conroe Forest Dam.