Kennedy Lake Dam, located on Big Creek in Limestone County, Texas, was completed in 1948 primarily for recreational purposes.
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The dam, standing at a height of 26 feet and stretching 1250 feet in length, holds a maximum storage capacity of 497 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 285 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 160 feet and a maximum discharge of 7150 cubic feet per second, the dam is equipped to handle significant water flow during heavy rainfall events.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Kennedy Lake Dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement regulations. It is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and is considered to have a moderate risk level. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, the structure has not been deemed a hazard potential. With its picturesque setting and ample recreational opportunities, Kennedy Lake Dam serves as an important asset to the local community and water resource enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
1250 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
497 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Big Ck Nr Freestone
|
4cfs |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
|
6cfs |
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
|
22cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
|
2cfs |
Upper Keechi Ck Nr Oakwood
|
20cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
|
2660cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Public Use Area 3 - Groesbeck
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Public Use Area 2 - Groesbeck
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Public Use Area 5 - Thornton
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