Red Hills is a federal-owned earth dam located in Sabine, Texas, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 1945 by the USDA Forest Service, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 22 feet. With a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet, Red Hills serves as a fish and wildlife pond and offers recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy.
Managed by the Forest Service, Red Hills has a low hazard potential and is inspected every 10 years to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 8 feet and outlet gates for water release. Despite its very high risk assessment rating, the dam's condition is currently not rated, indicating the need for further evaluation and potential maintenance to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
With its scenic location along Corsey Creek, Red Hills provides an important water resource for the region while offering recreational amenities for visitors. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will appreciate the historical significance and environmental impact of this earth dam in Texas.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
CORSEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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196cfs |
Bayou Toro Near Toro
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31cfs |
Sabine Rv At Toledo Bd Res Nr Burkeville
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153cfs |
Attoyac Bayou Nr Chireno
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1200cfs |
Bayou San Patricio Near Benson
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0cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Burkeville
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297cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Red Hill Lake: (409) 625-1940
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Red Hills Lake
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Cypress Bend State Rec Area
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North Toledo Bend State Park
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San Miguel Park State Rec Area
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