Hindes Lake Dam, located in McMullen, Texas, is a private-owned structure built in 1957 with a primary purpose that falls under "Other".
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This Earth-type dam has a height of 13 feet, a length of 690 feet, and a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. It is situated on the TR-GREEN BRANCH river or stream and is under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Hindes Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections and permitting. Its hazard potential is not available, but it has been assessed as having a high risk level (2). The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. While its condition has not been officially rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness status are unknown.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hindes Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in the intersection of private ownership, state regulation, and risk management in dam infrastructure. With its unique design features and historical significance, this structure offers a glimpse into the complexities of maintaining and monitoring dams in the changing environmental landscape of Texas.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GREEN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
|
0cfs |
Frio Rv At Tilden
|
0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |
San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
|
0cfs |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
|
0cfs |
Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers
|
33cfs |