Dodds Lake Dam dam
Dodds Lake Dam
Dodds Lake Dam, located in Smith County, Texas, was completed in 1970 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 320 feet. The dam, primarily used for recreation, holds a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, providing opportunities for water-based activities in the area. Despite its small size, the dam is an important feature along the TR-Mud Creek and contributes to the overall ecosystem health of the region.
With a high hazard potential rating, Dodds Lake Dam is closely monitored for any signs of structural weakness or potential risks. While it is not regulated by the state, regular inspections are carried out to ensure the safety of the dam and surrounding areas. The dam does not have a spillway, making it crucial for authorities to closely monitor water levels during periods of heavy rainfall to prevent any potential flooding or overflow situations.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Dodds Lake Dam plays a significant role in the local community as a recreational spot and a vital component of the water resource management in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find interest in the unique design and function of this earth dam, which serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible management and maintenance of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Dodds Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mud Ck Nr Jacksonville | 290 cfs | → |
| Neches Rv Nr Neches | 143 cfs | → |
| Rabbit Ck At Kilgore | 20 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins | 259 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater | 380 cfs | → |
| E Fk Angelina Rv Nr Cushing | 132 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dodds Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 3504, Bullard
- Farm-To-Market Road 1892, Frankston
- South Shore Drive 3301-3371, Jacksonville
- Farm To Market 315, Chandler
- Fm 14 Smith County
- South Tyler Street 901, Gladewater
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Dodds Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Dodds Lake Dam
Where does the data for Dodds Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Dodds Lake Dam.