Located in Grayson, Texas, Loy Lake Dam is a vital structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 1933, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 748 feet, with a storage capacity of 642 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Loy Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
In 2017, Loy Lake Dam underwent structural modifications to ensure its continued safe operation. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 185 feet and is equipped with one uncontrolled and one valve outlet gate. Despite its fair condition assessment as of April 2018, the dam poses a moderate risk level with a hazard potential that is not available. Regular inspections are carried out every five years to monitor the dam's integrity and safety.
With its picturesque surroundings and recreational opportunities, Loy Lake Dam is a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's history, design features, and ongoing maintenance efforts make it a fascinating structure to study and appreciate in the context of water resource management and climate resilience.
Years Modified |
2017 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1933 |
Dam Length |
748 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
LOY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
2.4 |
Nid Storage |
642 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Red River At Denison Dam Nr Denison
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238cfs |
Range Ck Nr Collinsville
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1cfs |
Timber Ck Nr Collinsville
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0cfs |
Blue River Near Blue
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58cfs |
Sister Grove Ck Nr Blue Ridge
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14cfs |
Red River Near Gainesville
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414cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dam Site
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Fossil Ridge Camping area
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Overflow Camping
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Elm Point Camping Area
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East Burns Run - Lake Texoma
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West Burns Run - Lake Texoma
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