Lone Star Industries Dam, located in Wise, Texas, along the Village Creek, was completed in 1961 and stands as a 28-foot tall earth dam with a length of 582 feet.
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Owned privately, this dam serves a primary purpose that is classified as "Other", with a storage capacity of 163 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 139 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its condition and its hazard potential is labeled as "Not Available".
The dam, designed as an earth dam with buttress core type, poses a high risk level according to assessments. It lacks a spillway and has one outlet gate, and has not been inspected since April 1973. While it falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas and is subject to state permitting and inspection, it is not state regulated or enforced. The dam's location, within the Fort Worth District of the USACE, highlights its importance in water resource management in the area.
For enthusiasts of water resources and climate, Lone Star Industries Dam presents an intriguing case study due to its historical significance, design features, and risk assessment. Despite lacking recent inspections and a condition rating, the dam's presence on the Village Creek underscores its importance in water storage and management in the region. Further research and monitoring of this dam could provide valuable insights into the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in Texas.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
582 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
VILLAGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
163 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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