Moore Lake Dam, located in Fayette, Texas, was completed in 1964 and serves as a vital water supply source for the area.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet, with a length of 780 feet and a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. Despite its relatively small size, the dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water security for the surrounding community.
With a primary purpose of water supply, Moore Lake Dam is designed as an earth dam with a buttress core type. It has no spillway and is not currently rated for condition assessment. The risk assessment for this dam is categorized as high, emphasizing the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure its continued effectiveness in water resource management. The dam's location on TR-Buckners Creek highlights its importance in managing water flow and storage in the region.
As a private-owned structure, Moore Lake Dam is not under state regulation but is subject to state permitting and inspection. The dam's hazard potential is not available, indicating a lack of comprehensive data on its safety profile. Despite these challenges, the dam remains a key infrastructure for water management in the area, underscoring the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard its functionality for the future.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUCKNERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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