Poco Club Lake Dam, located in Van Zandt, Texas, is a privately owned structure built in 1931 with the primary purpose of recreation.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 400 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the TR-Little Saline Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0.39 square miles, Poco Club Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. Despite being classified as in fair condition during its last assessment in October 2017, the dam has a controlled and uncontrolled outlet gate system in place to manage water flow. Additionally, the dam has a spillway width of 51 feet and a maximum discharge rate of 2 cubic feet per second.
Overall, Poco Club Lake Dam serves as a vital structure for both water resource management and recreational enjoyment in the region. Its historical significance and engineering design make it a notable landmark for those interested in water infrastructure and climate-related topics in Texas.
Year Completed |
1931 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SALINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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