Lakeview WS SCS Site 12 Dam, located in Hall, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Prairie Dogtown Fork Red River.
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Built in 1982 by HTB, Inc., this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 216 acre-feet, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Despite its importance in protecting the surrounding area from flooding, the dam is currently not rated for its condition and has a high risk assessment level of 2.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Lakeview WS SCS Site 12 Dam is equipped with a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate for water control. While it lacks a spillway, the dam's design includes buttress core types and an unlisted/unknown foundation. The dam's last inspection was conducted in October 2014, and its hazard potential is currently classified as not available. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance and condition of structures like Lakeview WS SCS Site 12 Dam is crucial for ensuring the safety and resilience of our communities in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water-related risks.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
2524 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PRAIRIE DOGTOWN FORK RED R |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
216 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |