Cade Lake Number 3 Dam, located in Burleson, Texas, is a local government-owned structure designed by Billy M.
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Tutor, a homeowner. Completed in 1972, the dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 1065 feet, with a primary purpose of recreation. Situated on Second Davidson Creek, the dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 300 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 584 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 38 acres.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 120 feet and one uncontrolled outlet gate. Despite its age, the dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in June 2015. The condition assessment in April 2021 deemed the structure to be unsatisfactory, with a moderate risk rating of 3. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) oversees the regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement of the dam, ensuring compliance with state safety standards and protocols.
With its recreational focus and scenic location, Cade Lake Number 3 Dam serves as a vital water resource for the community, offering opportunities for leisure activities while also highlighting the importance of proper dam maintenance and risk management in ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
1065 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
SECOND DAVIDSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
584 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
E Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
0cfs |
Middle Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
0cfs |
Davidson Ck Nr Lyons
|
0cfs |
Brazos Rv At Sh 21 Nr Bryan
|
570cfs |
Yegua Ck Nr Somerville
|
0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
156cfs |