The Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 4a Dam, also known as Boles Lake, is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Rockwall, Texas.
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Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans a length of 1100 feet. It serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, this dam on TR-Squabble Creek has a normal storage capacity of 104 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 651 acre-feet. The spillway, with a width of 100 feet, is uncontrolled. Despite being rated in fair condition during the last assessment in April 2021, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) according to the risk assessment. Regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
With John Ratcliffe as the Congressional representative for the area, the Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 4a Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. As a key piece of infrastructure for flood risk reduction, the dam is an essential component of water resource management in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for the resilience and sustainability of the local environment.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SQUABBLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
651 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |