Tucker Lake Dam in Cherokee, Texas, was completed in 1973 and serves as a vital water supply source in the region.
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The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 30 feet and a length of 525 feet, providing a storage capacity of 344 acre-feet. Located on the TR-Neches River, the dam plays a crucial role in storing and regulating water flow for the surrounding area.
Although Tucker Lake Dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with a single outlet gate for water release. The dam is privately owned and not regulated by the state, but it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, there is a need for continued risk management and monitoring of the dam to prevent any potential hazards that may arise. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Tucker Lake Dam stands as a significant infrastructure supporting water supply needs in the community.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NECHES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
344 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Neches Rv Nr Neches
|
337cfs |
Mud Ck Nr Jacksonville
|
123cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
|
2660cfs |
Angelina Rv Nr Alto
|
328cfs |
E Fk Angelina Rv Nr Cushing
|
40cfs |
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
|
1680cfs |