Wortham Lake No 1 Dam, located in Freestone, Texas, is a vital water resource for the area, completed in 1952 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at 19 feet tall with a length of 1090 feet, providing a storage capacity of 380 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring it meets state standards for safety and operation.
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS and Velvin and Weeks, holds back the waters of Jackson Branch, creating a surface area of 26.3 acres for recreational activities. The dam has undergone modifications in 2011 and 2012 to enhance its structural integrity. With a fair condition assessment as of April 2018, the dam poses a moderate risk, prompting regular inspections every five years to maintain its safety and functionality.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the Wortham Lake No 1 Dam serves as a crucial water management infrastructure in the region, playing a significant role in flood control and water storage. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering feat of the dam and its contribution to the local ecosystem and community.
Years Modified |
2011 - Other, 2012 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
1090 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
JACKSON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
1.6 |
Nid Storage |
380 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
|
2cfs |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
|
6cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
Big Ck Nr Freestone
|
4cfs |
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
|
1680cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |