Lake Cliff Dam, located in Dallas, Texas, is a vital structure designed for flood risk reduction along the Trinity River.
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Humidity
Completed in 1914, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and stretches 300 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 281 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1300 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a crucial barrier to mitigate flooding in the area.
The dam, primarily owned and regulated by the local government, is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The condition assessment in 2014 deemed it to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk level assigned. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, consisting of two outlets, and has undergone modifications in 1991 to reinforce its foundation. Despite its age, Lake Cliff Dam continues to play a key role in flood risk management and offers recreational opportunities for the local community.
With its strategic location and historical significance, Lake Cliff Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As climate change impacts become more pronounced, ensuring the continued functionality and safety of such critical infrastructure will be paramount to safeguarding communities and natural ecosystems in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Years Modified |
1991 - Foundation |
Year Completed |
1914 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TRINITY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
281 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Trinity Rv At Dallas
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1060cfs |
Turtle Ck At Dallas
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6cfs |
Trinity Rv Bl Dallas
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1350cfs |
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3cfs |
White Rock Ck At White Rock Lk
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68cfs |
Prairie Ck At Us Hwy 175
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1cfs |
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