Mosley Lake Dam in Smith, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1959 with a primary purpose of "other." Standing at a height of 12 feet, the dam serves as part of the TR-Village Creek watershed, providing a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet.
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With a normal storage of 40 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 10 acres and has no spillway type, signaling a potential risk for high hazard (rated 2).
Despite being non-federally regulated, the dam is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. With no enforcement agency listed, the condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. The location of Mosley Lake Dam and its associated structures are not specified, but its close proximity to the Village Creek highlights the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and safety measures to prevent any potential risks or hazards to the surrounding environment and community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mosley Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure with limited information available, showcasing the need for increased monitoring and risk management measures in the face of changing climate patterns and environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-VILLAGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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