Old City Lake Dam, located in Van Zandt, Texas, serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Built in 1956, this Earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and stretches over 1130 feet, creating a serene 25-acre surface area for activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, providing a peaceful escape for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
With a maximum storage capacity of 92 acre-feet, Old City Lake Dam overlooks the Hoard Branch river and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 75 feet. Despite being privately owned, the dam is state-permitted and inspected, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. While the hazard potential and condition assessment are not currently rated, the risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a moderate risk level (3), highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1130 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
HOARD BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
15cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
70cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
S Fk Sabine Rv Nr Quinlan
|
34cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
15cfs |