Mangus Lake Dam, located in Falcon Heights, Texas, was completed in 1977 and serves as a vital structure for fish and wildlife pond purposes.
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This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 20.4 feet and has a length of 1500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 284 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Arroyo Morteros stream in Starr County and is under the jurisdiction of the Galveston District.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Mangus Lake Dam has undergone inspections and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam's condition is currently rated as not available, with a moderate risk assessment. While the hazard potential is not specified, the dam has not been assigned a DSAC and lacks specific risk management measures. Overall, Mangus Lake Dam remains a key feature in the local ecosystem, supporting fire protection, small fish ponds, and the conservation of wildlife in the area.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
20.4 |
River Or Stream |
ARROYO MORTEROS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.4 |
Nid Storage |
284 |
Structural Height |
20.4 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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