Water Turkey Lake Dam dam
Water Turkey Lake Dam
Water Turkey Lake Dam, located in Bexar County, Texas, stands as a vital structure for recreation enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. Completed in 1967, this earth dam sits along the Hondo Creek, offering a serene spot for outdoor activities and water sports. With a height of 17 feet and a storage capacity of 238 acre-feet, the dam provides a peaceful retreat for locals and visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature while also serving as a crucial water resource in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Water Turkey Lake Dam plays a significant role in ensuring water safety and environmental protection. Although its spillway type is listed as "None," the dam's risk assessment is deemed high, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to safeguard both the structure and surrounding areas. While the dam's hazard potential is not available, its condition assessment remains unrated, indicating the need for further evaluation to ensure long-term sustainability and safety.
As a centerpiece for recreation and water resource management, Water Turkey Lake Dam epitomizes the intersection of human development and environmental conservation. With its strategic location and design features, the dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure in mitigating climate risks and promoting community well-being. As enthusiasts and advocates continue to appreciate and protect this valuable resource, Water Turkey Lake Dam stands as a symbol of resilience and harmony between nature and human activity in the face of changing climate dynamics.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Water Turkey Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Salado Ck At Loop 13 At San Antonio | 12 cfs | → |
| San Antonio Rv Nr Elmendorf | 297 cfs | → |
| San Antonio Rv At Loop 410 At San Antonio | 31 cfs | → |
| San Antonio Rv Nr Victor Braunig Lk Nr Elmendorftx | 445 cfs | → |
| Medina Rv At San Antonio | 96 cfs | → |
| San Antonio Rv At Mitchell St | 20 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Water Turkey Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Calaveras Park; Calaveras Lake.
- Ih 37 Bridge. San Antonio River Access.
- Woodlawn Lake Trail San Antonio
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Water Turkey Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Water Turkey Lake Dam
Where does the data for Water Turkey Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Water Turkey Lake Dam.