Greys Lake Dam, located in Smith, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 1966, this dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 578 feet. The dam's reservoir has a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 89 acre-feet.
The dam, situated on the TR-Wigging Creek, does not have a spillway and poses a high risk, with a hazard potential that is currently not available. Despite being privately owned, the state of Texas regulates the dam's permitting and inspection processes. The dam has one outlet gate and is not associated with any other structures. Although the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor its risk level and management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
578 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WIGGING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
|
208cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
91cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
437cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |
Rabbit Ck At Kilgore
|
40cfs |
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
|
498cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Tyler State Park
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Lake Hawkins County RV Park
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Fish Hawke Point
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