Elberta Lake Dam, located in Hopkins County, Texas, was completed in 1906 and serves as a private recreational structure.
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This earthen dam, with a height of 19 feet, was originally designed by an unknown entity and is categorized as a buttress core type. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 243 acre-feet and a normal storage of 100 acre-feet, making it a vital water resource for the surrounding area.
Despite being a key structure for recreational purposes, Elberta Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition and its hazard potential is labeled as "Not Available." The last inspection of the dam was conducted in 1971, raising concerns about its current state and safety. With a high risk assessment level of 2, there is a need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of this important water resource.
Although the dam lacks a spillway and has not been inspected in recent years, the presence of outlet gates indicates some level of control over water flow. The dam's significance lies in its contribution to recreational activities in the area, but its condition and risk assessment warrant attention from relevant authorities to prevent any potential hazards or threats to the surrounding environment and communities.
Year Completed |
1906 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
RUNNING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
243 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
S Sulphur Rv Nr Cooper
|
3cfs |
S Sulphur At Commerce
|
0cfs |
Middle Sulphur Rv At Commerce
|
0cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
N Sulphur Rv Nr Cooper
|
0cfs |