Park Lake Dam, located in Walker, Texas, serves as a critical water supply source in the region.
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Built in 1969, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at 18 feet in height and spans 800 feet in length, holding a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is in good condition and has not been rated for risk assessment, indicating its reliability in providing water to the community.
Situated on the TR-South Bedias Creek, Park Lake Dam is privately owned and regulated by the state of Texas. While it lacks a spillway and emergency action plan, the dam has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition assessment. With a risk assessment of high (2), Park Lake Dam is closely monitored for any potential issues that may arise, ensuring the safety and sustainability of the water supply it provides to the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Park Lake Dam to be a fascinating example of infrastructure that plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Texas.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH BEDIAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Bedias Ck Nr Madisonville
|
19cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Nr Huntsville
|
34cfs |
Navasota Rv At Old Spanish Rd Nr Bryan
|
50cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Crockett
|
2670cfs |
Lake Ck Nr Dobbin
|
14cfs |
Kickapoo Ck At Onalaska
|
17cfs |