Steakley Lake Dam, located in Falls County, Texas, was completed in 1976 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
The dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 740 feet, providing a storage capacity of 325 acre-feet for water resources in the area. Despite its primary purpose, the dam also offers recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy.
Managed by a private owner, Steakley Lake Dam is an earth dam with a buttress core type, situated on Deer Creek. While not state-regulated, the dam undergoes regular inspections and permitting processes to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a high hazard potential rating, the dam is considered to pose a significant risk, emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures and emergency preparedness.
With its strategic location and vital role in water resource management, Steakley Lake Dam stands as a noteworthy landmark in the Texas landscape. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the dam's design and functionality intriguing, highlighting the intersection of human intervention and natural ecosystems in maintaining a balance for sustainable water usage in the region.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
740 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
DEER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
325 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Belton
|
38cfs |
Little Rv Nr Little River
|
99cfs |
Nolan Ck At S Penelope
|
36cfs |
Lampasas Rv Nr Belton
|
7cfs |