Bass Lake Dam, located in Van Zandt, Texas, is a private earth dam standing at 16 feet high and stretching 560 feet in length.
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Built in 1969, its primary purpose is for water supply, with a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. The dam is situated along Cow Creek and is maintained by the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite not having a spillway, the dam has an outlet gate for water release. Its hazard potential is labeled as "Not Available" and it is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The risk assessment for Bass Lake Dam is considered high, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 2.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bass Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its high-risk classification and lack of certain safety features, there is a need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures. As a key component of the water supply system in the area, the dam's condition and safety are crucial for the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
COW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
|
208cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
91cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Neches
|
337cfs |