Hendricks Lake Dam, located in Walker County, Texas, was completed in 1969 and stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 1610 feet.
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The primary purpose of this earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is listed as 'Other', with a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet and a normal storage of 149 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate.
Despite being privately owned, Hendricks Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas which permits and inspects the structure. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently labeled as 'Not Available' and 'Not Rated' respectively. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the situation, given the potential risks associated with the high hazard potential.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1610 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ERA BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
241 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |