Weddington Lake No 2 Dam, located in Karnes County, Texas, was completed in 1956 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond recreation.
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Owned and operated by a private entity, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet with a length of 1175 feet, providing a storage capacity of 103 acre-feet. The dam, designed by the USDA NRCS, plays a crucial role in the local water resource management system along the TR-Mexican Hollow river.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Weddington Lake No 2 Dam is inspected and permitted by the Texas authorities. The dam, with a surface area of 19 acres, has no spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. With a high hazard potential rating, the dam's condition is currently not rated, making it essential for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water infrastructure. Located in the Fort Worth District, this dam represents a significant asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and understand the intersection of human-built structures and natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1175 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MEXICAN HOLLOW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
103 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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