Stroman Lake Dam, located in Upshur County, Texas, is a privately-owned earth dam that was completed in 1978.
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With a height of 28 feet and a length of 700 feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of water resource management, providing a storage capacity of 291 acre-feet for the McCoy Branch river/stream. Despite not having a spillway, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 147 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 16 acres.
Although not rated for its condition, the dam poses a high risk (level 2) due to its age and lack of certain safety features. It is not regulated by the state and has no associated structures or inspection records. The area surrounding Stroman Lake Dam may be at risk in case of dam failure, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should take note of this significant structure and its potential impact on the local environment.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MCCOY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
291 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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