Lake Wood Dam, located in Gonzales, Texas, along the Guadalupe River, is a state-regulated structure designed by Forrest and Cotton in 1931 for hydroelectric purposes.
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Standing at 42 feet high and spanning 6450 feet in length, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 27,450 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 488 acres. The dam, with a spillway width of 1105 feet, is inspected every five years by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and was last assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2021.
The primary purpose of Lake Wood Dam is hydroelectric generation, although it also serves recreational activities in the area. Managed by the state of Texas, the dam has a maximum discharge capability of 3 cubic feet per second and features one controlled and two uncontrolled outlet gates. With its strategic location and historical significance, Lake Wood Dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the engineering marvel of Lake Wood Dam a fascinating subject for exploration and study.
Year Completed |
1931 |
Dam Length |
6450 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
GUADALUPE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
488 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
2110 |
Nid Storage |
27450 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
Guadalupe Rv At Gonzales
|
226cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Cr 143 Nr Gonzales
|
131cfs |
Peach Ck Bl Dilworth
|
0cfs |
Sandy Fork Ck At Hwy 97 Nr Waelder
|
0cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Hwy 183 Nr Hochheim
|
248cfs |
San Marcos Rv At Luling
|
102cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Lake Wood Rec Area
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Independence City Park
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Group Camping
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Palmetto State Park
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