Lake Ivanhoe Dam, located in Tyler, Texas, is a private-owned earth dam completed in 1958 primarily for recreation purposes.
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The dam, measuring 19 feet in height and 390 feet in length, impounds the waters of TR-Magnus Branch, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet and a surface area of 10.1 acres. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 31 feet and outlets controlled by two uncontrolled and one valve gates.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Lake Ivanhoe Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2017. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a potential hazard that is being monitored. Although the dam's condition is not rated, it meets state regulatory requirements and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Overall, Lake Ivanhoe Dam serves as a vital water resource for the region while offering recreational opportunities for enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MAGNUS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
218 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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|
3780cfs |
Village Ck Nr Kountze
|
414cfs |
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|
1100cfs |
Menard Ck Nr Rye
|
168cfs |
Neches Rv At Evadale
|
2720cfs |
Trinity Rv At Romayor
|
3640cfs |