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Griffin Estate Lake No 1 Dam, located in Moore County, Texas, was completed in 1939 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
This private dam, standing at a height of 12 feet and a length of 400 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 32 acre-feet. Situated on the South Palo Duro Creek, the dam is of Earth type with a Buttress core design. Despite being non-regulated by the state, the dam is subject to regular inspections and permitting requirements.
With no spillway and a hazard potential that is not available, the dam poses a high risk of failure according to a risk assessment rating of 2. The condition of the dam is not rated, but it is known that the emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are not specified. The dam has one outlet gate and no associated structures, with limited information available on its maintenance history. Overall, Griffin Estate Lake No 1 Dam serves as a vital irrigation resource in the region, highlighting the importance of proper monitoring and risk assessment for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Big Blue Ck Nr Fritch
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0cfs |
Palo Duro Ck Nr Spearman
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0cfs |
Canadian Rv Nr Amarillo
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11cfs |
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH PALO DURO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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Blue Creek Bridge Campground
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Bugbee
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Chimney Hollow Campground
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Blue West Campground
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Sanford-Yake Campground
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Fritch Fortress Campground
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