Decker Lake Dam, located in Cherokee County, Texas, serves as a vital recreational resource for the area.
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Completed in 1946, the earth dam stands 17 feet tall and stretches 375 feet in length, creating a surface area of 10 acres. Although the dam does not have a spillway, it does feature a single outlet gate for water release.
While primarily used for recreation, the dam also provides storage of up to 129 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage capacity of 48 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam's condition is not rated, and its hazard potential is listed as not available. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)," it is essential that proper risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety and stability of the structure for both recreational users and surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOWLES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
129 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Angelina Rv Nr Alto
|
277cfs |
Mud Ck Nr Jacksonville
|
58cfs |
E Fk Angelina Rv Nr Cushing
|
29cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Neches
|
209cfs |
Bayou Lanana At Nacogdoches
|
9cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Crockett
|
1590cfs |
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Neches Bluff Overlook
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Neches Bluff Overlook: (936) 655-2299
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Mission Tejas State Park
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Rusk - Palestine Park
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