Altick Lake Dam, located in Fannin County, Texas, stands as a testament to engineering ingenuity with its primary purpose being classified as "Other." Constructed in 1980, this earth-type dam boasts a structural height of 25 feet and a length of 896 feet.
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The dam has a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 68 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres.
Although not regulated by the state, the Altick Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated." With no spillway and only one outlet gate, the dam's hazard potential is marked as "Not Available." Despite the lack of official evaluations, the dam serves as a critical water resource along TR-Bullard Creek, highlighting the delicate balance between water management and environmental conservation in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Altick Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study on the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
896 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BULLARD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
157 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |