White Lake Dam dam
White Lake Dam
Located in Tarrant County, Texas, the White Lake Dam is a vital structure on the TR-West Fork Trinity River, completed in 1917 for the primary purpose of recreation. Standing at 33 feet high with a length of 650 feet, this earth dam with buttress core types provides essential storage of 294 acre-feet of water for its surrounding area. With a normal storage capacity of 197 acre-feet and a surface area of 17.79 acres, the dam plays a significant role in managing the water resources of the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the White Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With modifications made in 1979 to improve its hydraulic capabilities, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively. Although the hazard potential and condition assessment are not rated, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level (3). The emergency action plan is in place, last revised in 2017, showcasing the commitment to ensuring the safety of the surrounding community in case of any unforeseen events.
With its historical significance and ongoing role in water resource management, the White Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of infrastructure, recreation, and environmental stewardship. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricate details of this structure, they gain insight into the complex network of regulations, inspections, and risk management measures that contribute to its continued operation and maintenance.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around White Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| W Fk Trinity Rv At Beach St | 1,530 cfs | → |
| Big Fossil Ck At Haltom City | 346 cfs | → |
| W Fk Trinity Rv At Ft Worth | 896 cfs | → |
| Clear Fk Trinity Rv At Ft Worth | 422 cfs | → |
| W Fk Trinity Rv At Greenbelt Rd | 5,170 cfs | → |
| Wfk Trinityrv At White Settlement Rd | 313 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near White Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Park Road 1, Grand Prairie
- Rocky Creek Park Road Fort Worth
- Road 1, Grand Prairie
- Rocky Creek Park Road Tarrant County
- Peninsula Road Tarrant County
Campgrounds
- Camp Thurman
- Dallas / Arlington Koa
- Site: Gs, Loop: Mustang Point
- Site: 001, Loop: Mustang Non Site Specific
- Beaver Way
- Bobwhite Ridge
Fishing spots
Track White Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About White Lake Dam
Where does the data for White Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of White Lake Dam.