Timber Lake Dam, located in Smith County, Texas, was completed in 1947 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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The dam, with a height of 31 feet and a length of 420 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 856 acre-feet. The structure, designed by East Texas Engineers Inc, is an earth dam with a buttress core type, located on the Born Branch river.
With a fair condition assessment as of February 2015, Timber Lake Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 and has a spillway width of 153 feet for uncontrolled discharge. In case of emergencies, the dam has two uncontrolled and one valve outlet gates for water release.
Despite being privately owned, Timber Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management for irrigation and recreation in the area. Its historical significance and ongoing maintenance ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment and community.
Years Modified |
1993 - Hydraulic, 1993 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
BORN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
46 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
2.4 |
Nid Storage |
856 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
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208cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
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91cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
437cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |
Rabbit Ck At Kilgore
|
40cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Tyler State Park
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Lake Hawkins County RV Park
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Fish Hawke Point
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