Cwm Lake Dam, located in Anderson, Texas, was completed in 1926 and is owned privately.
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This earth dam, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 1000 feet, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and recreation. The dam has a storage capacity of 1349 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 454 acre-feet and a surface area of 81 acres.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Cwm Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam impounds Brushy Creek and has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 17 feet. In case of emergency, there are four outlet gates on the dam - one controlled and three uncontrolled. The dam poses a moderate risk, according to the risk assessment, and its condition is currently not rated.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cwm Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in dam management and regulation. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its primary functions effectively while providing recreational opportunities for the local community. As climate change impacts water resources, monitoring and maintaining infrastructure like Cwm Lake Dam will be crucial in ensuring water security and safety for the future.
Year Completed |
1926 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
81 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
3.3 |
Nid Storage |
1349 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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