Alkek Lake No 2 Dam, located in Bandera, Texas, was completed in 1940 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet with a length of 340 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the San Julian Creek and is regulated by the state with permitting and inspection processes in place.
With a spillway width of 710 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 10,744 cubic feet per second. The structural integrity and condition of the dam are not rated, indicating a need for further assessment. Despite being designated as a moderate risk (3) structure, emergency action plans and risk management measures are not currently in place, raising concerns for potential hazards. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in 2011, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
SAN JULIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
11.5 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Medina Rv At Bandera
|
15cfs |
Middle Verde Ck At Sh 173 Nr Bandera
|
0cfs |
Hondo Ck Nr Tarpley
|
0cfs |
San Geronimo Ck Nr Helotes
|
0cfs |
Guadalupe Rv Nr Center Point
|
39cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Comfort
|
58cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Butterfly Springs Camp Area
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Hermit's Shack Camp Area
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Wilderness Camp Area
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