Rw Dennan Lake Dam in Smith County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1965 for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.
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The dam stands at a height of 19 feet with a length of 550 feet, providing a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Rabbit Creek, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the area.
Although the dam lacks a spillway and has not been rated for condition assessment, it is considered to have a high risk potential due to its age and design. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections and has state permitting in place. With its location in a high-risk zone, it is crucial for the dam owners to have emergency action plans in place to mitigate any potential hazards that may arise. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rw Dennan Lake Dam presents an opportunity to study the impact of aging infrastructure on water management practices and the need for proactive risk management measures.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RABBIT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
241 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Rabbit Ck At Kilgore
|
24cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
451cfs |
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
|
498cfs |
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
|
604cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
|
243cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
88cfs |