Millsap Lake Dam, located in Parker County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1953 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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The dam, standing at a height of 19 feet and a length of 975 feet, serves to control the flow of Wilson Creek. With a storage capacity of 386 acre-feet and a surface area of 29 acres, the dam also provides recreational opportunities for the local community.
Despite its importance, Millsap Lake Dam has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition, with the last inspection in July 2015 revealing areas that require attention. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, with a moderate risk rating of 3. While the dam currently has an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate, it presents no immediate hazard potential. Overall, Millsap Lake Dam remains a vital structure for water resource management and recreational purposes in the region, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk assessment efforts.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
975 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
WILSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
1.84 |
Nid Storage |
386 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
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109cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto
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55cfs |
Clear Fk Trinity Rv Nr Weatherford
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0cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
|
50cfs |
Clear Fork Trinity Rv At Kelly Rd Nr Aledo
|
24cfs |
Walnut Ck At Reno
|
1cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Mineral Wells State Park
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Live Oak
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Post Oak
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Plateau
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Cross Timbers
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