Weddington Lake No 1 Dam in Karnes, Texas, is a privately owned structure built in 1961 for the primary purpose of water supply.
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The dam, standing at 14 feet tall and 1150 feet long, holds a maximum storage capacity of 224 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. Situated on the Mexican Hollow River, the dam is classified as an Earth type with a Buttress core and has no spillway.
Despite being non-federally regulated, the dam is subject to state permitting and inspection. It has not been rated for condition assessment, but is identified as having a high risk potential. The presence of only one outlet gate suggests limited operational control in emergencies, although details on emergency action plans and risk management measures are not available. With Vicente Gonzalez representing the area in Congress, the dam remains a critical water resource structure in the region for both water supply and climate enthusiasts to monitor and assess for potential risks and management strategies.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
MEXICAN HOLLOW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
224 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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