Spring Lake Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 825 feet, with a capacity to hold 305 acre-feet of water. The dam sits on the TR-Smith Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
With a spillway width of 45 feet and a maximum discharge of 3000 cubic feet per second, Spring Lake Dam has been assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2021. The dam's hazard potential is not available, but it has been rated as having a moderate risk level. The last inspection of the dam took place in January 2013, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status, as well as its adherence to guidelines and risk management measures, are not specified in the data.
Overall, Spring Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the area, providing both irrigation and recreational opportunities. As a key component in the local water system, the dam's maintenance and regulatory oversight by the TCEQ ensure its continued safe operation for the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
825 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SMITH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
44 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.67 |
Nid Storage |
305 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
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64cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
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17cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
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208cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
91cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
437cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Holbrook Park - South
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Lake Holbrook Park - West
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Governor Jim Hogg RV Park - Quitman
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