City Lake No 1 Dam, located in Thornedale, Texas, was completed in 1955 and stands at a height of 20 feet, with a length of 700 feet.
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Designed by Marvin Turner, this dam sits on the Berry Branch river and is primarily used for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 282 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 19.2 acres and has a maximum discharge of 5543 cubic feet per second.
Despite its age, City Lake No 1 Dam has a poor condition assessment as of November 2015, indicating the need for maintenance and improvements. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate. Its hazard potential is currently labeled as "Not Available", but the risk assessment is rated as moderate. The dam is privately owned and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), with state inspection, permitting, and enforcement in place.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find City Lake No 1 Dam an intriguing structure to study, given its historical significance and the potential risks associated with its current condition. As a vital part of the region's water management system, continued monitoring and maintenance of this dam will be crucial to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the preservation of the environment.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
BERRY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
282 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
San Gabriel Rv At Laneport
|
3cfs |
Willis Ck Nr Granger
|
0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
153cfs |
Little Rv At Cameron
|
156cfs |
Brushy Ck At Kenney Fort Blvd At Round Rock
|
20cfs |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Wilson Fox - Granger Lake
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Taylor - Granger Lake
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Willis Creek - Granger Lake
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