Lake Diversion Dam, located in Archer, Texas, along the Wichita River, serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction, irrigation, and water supply in the region.
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Built in 1924, this earth dam stands at a height of 58.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 144,162 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 33,420 acre-feet. The dam spans 4,182 feet in length and covers a surface area of 3,133 acres, making it a significant contributor to water resource management in the area.
Managed by Wichita County Water Improvement District No. 1 and designed by Biggs and Matthews Inc, the Lake Diversion Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being constructed almost a century ago, the dam has been modified over the years to enhance its functionality, with outlets gates and an uncontrolled spillway system in place to manage water flow. With a moderate risk assessment rating, Lake Diversion Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local community against potential hazards while supporting agricultural and municipal water needs in the region.
Years Modified |
1934 - Other |
Year Completed |
1924 |
Dam Length |
4182 |
Dam Height |
58.9 |
River Or Stream |
WICHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3133 |
Hydraulic Height |
58.9 |
Drainage Area |
3.41 |
Nid Storage |
144162 |
Structural Height |
57.4 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 6, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
59 |
S Side Canal Nr Dundee
|
0cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Electra
|
2cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Mabelle
|
1cfs |
Little Wichita Rv Nr Archer City
|
2cfs |
Wichita Rv At Wichita Falls
|
29cfs |
Brazos Rv At Seymour
|
31cfs |