Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam dam
Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam
Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam, located in Mills County, Texas, is a privately owned structure built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS. This earth dam, standing at a height of 25 feet with a length of 496 feet, serves primarily for irrigation purposes but also supports fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreational activities. The dam holds a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 81 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 21 acres. Despite its critical role in water resource management, the dam does not have a spillway, posing a high risk of potential hazards.
Situated on Merrell Creek, a tributary of the Brazos River, Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections and permitting processes to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam is equipped with a single outlet gate, with no locks or spillways, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to prevent any potential emergencies or incidents. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)," stakeholders and authorities must stay vigilant in maintaining the dam's condition and preparedness for any unforeseen events.
In the realm of water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam stands as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human infrastructure with natural ecosystems. Its presence as a vital irrigation source underscores the delicate balance between water management for agricultural needs and the preservation of local habitats. As climate change impacts water availability and usage patterns, the sustainability of dams like Mccasland Lake No 3 becomes increasingly crucial. By delving into the dam's design, purpose, and risk factors, enthusiasts can gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in managing water resources in a changing climate landscape.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin | 2 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr Hamilton | 6 cfs | → |
| Colorado Rv Nr San Saba | 129 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr Hasse | 6 cfs | → |
| San Saba Rv At San Saba | 108 cfs | → |
| N Bosque Rv At Hico | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam.
Boat launches
- Shaw Bend; Cr 124 Bridge. Colorado River Access
- Highway 190 Crossing. Colorado River Access
- Comanche County
- Farm-To-Market Road 2861 Comanche County
Track Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam
Where does the data for Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Mccasland Lake No 3 Dam.