Moonshine Creek Dam No 2, located in Henderson, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Standing at a height of 21 feet and with a length of 420 feet, this dam was completed in 1969 and has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Coon Creek, this dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty and water activities.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet, and is equipped with one uncontrolled outlet gate. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it is subject to regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is deemed to have a certain level of potential hazard, though specific details on risk management measures are not available at this time.
Overall, Moonshine Creek Dam No 2 offers a picturesque setting for recreation and serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate adaptation will find this dam to be a fascinating case study in balancing human activities with environmental conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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1680cfs |
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337cfs |
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12cfs |
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1560cfs |
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2660cfs |
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