Old Lake Dam in Henderson, Texas, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
Wind
Humidity
Built in 1902, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a length of 2500 feet, with a storage capacity of 2300 acre-feet. The dam, located on Shelton Mill Branch, underwent modifications in 2008 for hydraulic reasons and in 2012 for structural improvements.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 125 feet and is inspected every 5 years, with the last assessment in 2014, revealing a fair condition. Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Old Lake Dam is equipped with one slide and two uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam has no hazard potential listed, making it a relatively stable structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Years Modified |
2008 - Hydraulic, 2012 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1902 |
Dam Length |
2500 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
SHELTON MILL BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
183 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
21.82 |
Nid Storage |
2300 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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