Lake Groesbeck Dam, located in Limestone County, Texas, is a concrete buttress dam completed in 1921 for the primary purpose of water supply.
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Managed by local government authorities, the dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. The dam spans 75 feet in length and is situated on the Navasota River.
Although the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are not available, it has been inspected as recently as February 2013. With an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate, the dam poses a moderate risk according to a risk assessment conducted in 2011. The dam is subject to regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes.
Overall, Lake Groesbeck Dam serves as a vital water resource for the region, providing essential water supply for local communities. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate can appreciate the engineering feat behind the dam's construction and its role in managing water resources along the Navasota River in Texas.
Years Modified |
2011 - Other |
Year Completed |
1921 |
Dam Length |
75 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
NAVASOTA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
|
6cfs |
Big Ck Nr Freestone
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4cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
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2cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
|
22cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Fort Parker State Park
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Lake Mexia Rec Area
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Public Use Area 3 - Groesbeck
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