Purdue Lake Dam dam
Purdue Lake Dam
Purdue Lake Dam, located in Fannin, Texas, was completed in 1977 with a primary purpose of recreation. The dam is an earth type structure with a height of 26 feet and a length of 848 feet, creating a storage capacity of 177 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Davis Creek, the dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state. Despite its age, the dam is in a condition that has not been rated and poses a high risk.
While Purdue Lake Dam may not have the most intricate design, its role in providing recreational opportunities to the surrounding community cannot be understated. The dam, owned by a private entity, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in maintaining a balance between human activities and environmental preservation. With a high risk assessment, it is crucial for stakeholders to stay vigilant and ensure the safety and integrity of this structure for the benefit of all who enjoy its recreational offerings.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts delve into the details of Purdue Lake Dam, they are reminded of the intricate interplay between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems. The dam's existence highlights the impact it has on the surrounding landscape, serving as a hub for outdoor activities while also presenting potential risks that must be managed effectively. By understanding and appreciating the complexities of structures like Purdue Lake Dam, enthusiasts can advocate for sustainable practices that protect both water resources and the environment for future generations.
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 Purdue Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bois D'Arc Ck At Fm 1396 Nr Honey Grove | · | → |
| Bois D'Arc Ck At Fm 409 Nr Honey Grove | 2 cfs | → |
| Middle Sulphur Rv At Commerce | · | → |
| Indian Ck At Sh 78 Nr Farmersville | 6 cfs | → |
| Sister Grove Ck Nr Blue Ridge | 11 cfs | → |
| S Sulphur At Commerce | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Purdue Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- West Audie Murphy Parkway Farmersville
- Twin Groves Park Road Collin County
- County Road 551 Collin County
- 7th Street Delta County
Campgrounds
- Bonham State Park
- Bois D' Arc Trailhead Campground
- East Coffee Mill Lake Recreation Area
- West Lake Crockett Recreation Area
- West Lake Crockett: (940) 627-5475
- East Lake Crockett Recreation Area
Fishing spots
Track Purdue Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Purdue Lake Dam
Where does the data for Purdue 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 Purdue Lake Dam.