Burleson Lake Dam, located in Freestone, Texas, was completed in 1948 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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This private-owned Earth dam on the Jelly Slough River stands at 23 feet high and stretches 635 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet for water enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam's spillway, with a width of 170 feet, is uncontrolled and has a maximum discharge capacity of 13,910 cubic feet per second.
Despite being last inspected in 1982, the dam's condition was assessed as fair as of April 2021. The dam's hazard potential is deemed not available, with a moderate risk level assigned. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regulates the dam, ensuring its state permitting, inspection, and enforcement are up to standard. With its picturesque surroundings and recreational opportunities, Burleson Lake Dam remains a notable feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
635 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
JELLY SLOUGH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
45 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
6.65 |
Nid Storage |
791 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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