Hudson Lake Dam, also known as Gene Lumpkin Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Milam County, Texas.
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Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, with water supply being a secondary function. Standing at a height of 15 feet and a length of 610 feet, Hudson Lake Dam has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 36 acre-feet.
Situated on the TR-BIG ELM CREEK, this dam is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and is not regulated by the state. Despite not having a spillway, the dam's hazard potential is deemed "Not Available" with a high risk assessment level. Even though the condition of the dam is not rated, its risk management measures are not specified, indicating a need for further evaluation and potential improvements to ensure the safety and reliability of the structure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hudson Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and management in Texas.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
610 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
Little Rv At Cameron
|
165cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
156cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Highbank
|
213cfs |