Normangee Lake Dam, located in Leon, Texas, was completed in 1933 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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This earth dam, standing at 15 feet high with a length of 1300 feet, holds a storage capacity of 555 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 90 acres. The dam regulates the flow of Running Creek, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1100 cubic feet per second.
Despite its age, Normangee Lake Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, with the most recent one conducted in March 2016. The dam's condition was reported as unsatisfactory during the last assessment in April 2021, raising concerns about its safety in the event of a hazard. Emergency action plans and risk assessment measures are not readily available, indicating a need for improved risk management strategies to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for both recreational and environmental purposes. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the monitoring and management of Normangee Lake Dam to be of particular interest given its historical significance and current regulatory oversight.
Year Completed |
1933 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
RUNNING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
90 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
555 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |