Skipper Lake Dam, located in Gregg County, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1965 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a height of 22 feet and a length of 614 feet, the dam impounds the waters of TR-Grace Creek, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 126 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway that is 90 feet wide, allowing for a maximum discharge of 3560 cubic feet per second.
Despite being rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, Skipper Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) and has an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The dam's hazard potential is not available, but it has undergone modifications in 1995, indicating a commitment to maintaining its safety and functionality. With no state regulation but regular state inspections, the dam remains a significant part of the local landscape and provides opportunities for recreation in the region.
Years Modified |
1995 - Other |
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
614 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GRACE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
|
498cfs |
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
|
656cfs |
Rabbit Ck At Kilgore
|
40cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
437cfs |
Little Cypress Ck Nr Ore City
|
132cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
91cfs |