Lone Star Lake Dam, located in Palo Pinto, Texas, is a private Earth dam constructed in 1963 for water supply purposes.
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Standing at a height of 24 feet and spanning a length of 685 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in providing a normal storage capacity of 92 acre-feet for the surrounding area. It is situated on Massey Branch and falls under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite not having a spillway, Lone Star Lake Dam boasts an impressive storage capacity of 173 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres. While the dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, it poses a high risk level (2) due to its hazard potential being labeled as "Not Available." With no designated emergency action plan in place, stakeholders may need to consider additional risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of this vital water resource infrastructure.
In the realm of water resource management and climate resilience, Lone Star Lake Dam serves as a significant asset for the community's water supply needs. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Lone Star Lake Dam become increasingly crucial in ensuring sustainable water management practices and mitigating potential risks associated with extreme weather events and flooding.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
685 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
MASSEY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
|
50cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto
|
58cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr South Bend
|
27cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Abv Breckenridge
|
0cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
115cfs |
Hubbard Ck Bl Albany
|
0cfs |
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Morning Star
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Sturgis Guest Cabins
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Crows Point
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Breezy Point
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Skull Ridge
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Echo Valley
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