Nabors Lake Dam in Comanche, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1947 for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 33 feet and spanning a length of 913 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 595 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 550 acre-feet. The dam sits on Fade Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), with regular inspections and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a spillway width of 160 feet to manage excess water and prevent flooding. With a surface area of 41 acres and a drainage area of 4.4 square miles, Nabors Lake Dam offers recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. Though the dam has not been rated for its condition, it has a moderate risk assessment score of 3, indicating a level of caution for potential hazards. Overall, Nabors Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource and recreational site in the region, contributing to the local ecosystem and community's well-being.
Years Modified |
1991 - Other |
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
913 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
FADE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
41 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
4.4 |
Nid Storage |
595 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
6cfs |