The LCRA Dam Bay City Dam, located in Matagorda, Texas, along the Colorado River, was completed in 1963 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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The dam, standing at 13 feet in height and with a length of 230 feet, serves as an essential water resource for the region, with a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet. Despite being designated as a non-spillway dam, it plays a crucial role in managing water flow and supply for agricultural needs in the area.
With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)", the LCRA Dam Bay City Dam is closely monitored by regulatory agencies such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). While the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are not currently available, the structure's integrity and safety are regularly inspected and maintained. Although lacking spillway features, the dam's design, attributed to Brown and Root Inc and LCRA, incorporates buttress elements to support its hydraulic and structural height.
As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, the LCRA Dam Bay City Dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving climate conditions. Enthusiasts and stakeholders interested in water resources and climate resilience can appreciate the strategic role that this dam plays in ensuring a reliable water supply for irrigation and other essential purposes in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
COLORADO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
156 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Colorado Rv Nr Bay City
|
2670cfs |
Tres Palacios Rv Nr Midfield
|
44cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Wadsworth
|
481cfs |
Colorado Rv At Wharton
|
333cfs |
San Bernard Rv Nr Boling
|
136cfs |
E Mustang Ck Nr Louise
|
3cfs |