Daingerfield State Park Dam, located in Morris County, Texas, is a captivating example of a Civilian Conservation Corps-designed earth dam constructed in 1935 for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 900 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 510 acre-feet. The dam, situated on a tributary of Brutons Creek, is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
With a spillway width of 46 feet and uncontrolled outlet gates, Daingerfield State Park Dam poses a moderate risk level, with a fair condition assessment as of February 2018. The dam's hazard potential is not available, and it has an inspection frequency of every five years. Although the dam does not have associated locks or a drainage area listed, it serves as a vital resource for water recreation enthusiasts in the area, offering a surface area of 68.9 acres for activities such as boating and fishing. As a historical landmark and a key feature of Daingerfield State Park, this dam continues to play a significant role in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF BRUTONS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
68.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
1100 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cedar Ridge Camping Area
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Daingerfield State Park
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Lake Of The Pines
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Cedar Springs - Lake Of The Pines
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