Lake Arrowhead Dam, located in Cass County, Texas, is a private earth dam constructed in 1980 by Wilcox Engineering Co.
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The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. With a height of 24 feet and a length of 1000 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 1020 acre-feet and a surface area of 83 acres.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Lake Arrowhead Dam is designed to regulate the flow of White Oak Creek and has a maximum discharge capacity of 3621 cubic feet per second. The dam's condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in April 2021. The dam features three controlled and one uncontrolled outlet gates, ensuring proper water management for the surrounding area.
Despite not having a spillway type specified, Lake Arrowhead Dam is crucial for maintaining water resources in the region and providing protection against potential hazards. The dam's location in Atlanta, Texas, makes it a vital asset for the community, offering both recreational opportunities and essential water supply management for agricultural and wildlife needs.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
WHITE OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
83 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
2.72 |
Nid Storage |
1020 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 3, Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Sulphur Rv Nr Texarkana
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576cfs |
Red River At Spring Bank
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6440cfs |
Black Cypress Bayou At Jefferson
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243cfs |
Anderson Ck At Hwy 98 Nr Simms
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398cfs |
Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack
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508cfs |
Little Cypress Ck Nr Jefferson
|
341cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Atlanta State Park
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Jackson Creek Park - Lake Texarkana
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Cass County Park
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Rocky Point - Wright Patman Lake
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