Black Lake No 3 Dam, located in Hood, Texas, was completed in 1977 and serves as a crucial water supply structure for the region.
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The dam, primarily designed for water supply purposes, stands at a height of 19 feet with a length of 500 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. The earth dam with buttress core type overlooks the TR-ROBINSON CREEK and is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the USACE.
Despite being privately owned and not state-regulated, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, posing a high risk with a hazard potential that is not available. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the structure requires close monitoring and inspection. The risk management measures, emergency action plans, and inundation maps for the dam are not readily accessible, indicating a need for improved safety protocols and readiness in case of emergencies. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Black Lake No 3 Dam presents a case study in the importance of infrastructure maintenance and risk mitigation in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROBINSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |