Woodvale Dam, located in Wood, Texas, serves as a private recreational spot along the Black Creek.
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This Earth dam, completed in 1916, stands at a height of 14 feet and stretches 520 feet in length. While primarily used for recreation, the dam also provides storage of up to 402 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage capacity of 132 acre-feet.
Despite its age, the dam's condition remains unrated, posing a potential hazard with a risk assessment of high. With no spillway in place, the dam's safety measures and emergency preparedness are not readily available. The last inspection took place in 1984, raising concerns about the adequacy of current monitoring and maintenance practices. As climate change continues to impact water resources, ensuring the structural integrity of Woodvale Dam is crucial for both recreational enjoyment and downstream safety.
Year Completed |
1916 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
BLACK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
402 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
|
208cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
91cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
437cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
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Lake Hawkins County RV Park
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Fish Hawke Point
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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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