Lake Shadowood Dam, located in Harrison County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1970 by designer John W Allen, this dam stands at a height of 26 feet and spans a length of 830 feet. It has a storage capacity of 2111 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1325 acre-feet.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Lake Shadowood Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite being rated as having a high risk potential, the condition of the dam is currently not assessed. The dam does not have a spillway and is associated with the TR-Deboldin Creek.
While the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks hazard potential information, its role in providing recreational opportunities and storing water for the local area makes it a significant structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
830 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DEBOLDIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
2111 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
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