Lake Lodge Dam, located in Anderson, Texas, was completed in 1959 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Humidity
Managed by a private owner, this earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet and has a structural height of 44 feet, with a storage capacity of 4427 acre-feet. The dam spans 900 feet in length and is built on rock and soil foundations along Mitchell Branch.
Despite being inspected last in 1983, Lake Lodge Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 260 feet and three uncontrolled outlet gates. With a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and provides recreational opportunities in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Lodge Dam represents a significant infrastructure in the region with a rich history and importance in sustaining local agriculture and water supply.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
MITCHELL BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Nid Storage |
4427 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
44 |
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