Canyon Lake Dam, located in Parker, Texas, is a significant earth dam that was completed in 1965, standing at a height of 42 feet and stretching 520 feet in length.
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It serves multiple purposes, including recreational activities and other functions. The dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 387 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Canyon Lake Dam is situated on the Rufe Evans Hollow stream and is regulated by the state, with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 72 feet, and it features two uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water discharge. Despite its unsatisfactory condition assessment, the dam presents a moderate risk level.
Visitors and water resource enthusiasts can explore Canyon Lake Dam and appreciate its engineering marvel while being mindful of its maintenance and risk management measures. As a vital infrastructure in the region, the dam contributes to water storage, flood control, and recreational opportunities, highlighting the intersection of human intervention and natural resources management in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
RUFE EVANS HOLLOW |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
1.63 |
Nid Storage |
387 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |