Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam dam
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam
Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam, located in Limestone County, Texas, is a gravity dam constructed in 1939 primarily for irrigation purposes. The dam, standing at a height of 64 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 21,274 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 700 acres. The dam's design, using stone as the core material and rock and soil for foundations, reflects its strong structural integrity.
The dam is situated along the Navasota River and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). It has a spillway width of 503 feet, allowing for the controlled release of water during periods of high discharge. The dam's condition was assessed as fair in August 2016, and it undergoes inspection every five years to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With its scenic location and recreational opportunities, Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam is not only vital for irrigation but also serves as a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of the surrounding area.
Overall, Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region while offering recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. With its historical significance and engineering excellence, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of climate change challenges. Whether exploring the dam's impressive structure or taking in the picturesque views of the Navasota River, this site is sure to captivate water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck | 0 cfs | → |
| Big Ck Nr Freestone | 3 cfs | → |
| Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman | 0 cfs | → |
| Richland Ck Nr Dawson | 0 cfs | → |
| Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone | 434 cfs | → |
| Navasota Rv Nr Easterly | 56 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Pavelka Drive Hallsburg
- Sommerfeld Drive 1823, Waco
- Pep Club Road 299, Hallsburg
- Navarro County
- Northwest 3360 Road, Frost
Campgrounds
- Fort Parker State Park
- Lake Mexia Rec Area
- Public Use Area 3 - Groesbeck
- Public Use Area 2 - Groesbeck
- Public Use Area 5 - Thornton
- Liberty Hill - Navarro Mills Reservoir
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About Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam
Where does the data for Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Fort Parker State Park Lake Dam.