Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam dam
Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam
The Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam in Cameron, Texas is a private earth dam completed in 1981 with a primary purpose of recreation. This dam, standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 90 feet, holds a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 18 acres. Located on the Resaca del Rancho Viejo stream and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, this dam serves as a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor leisure activities.
Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not have a spillway and features none outlet gates, reflecting its simple design and construction. The last inspection of the dam took place in July 1982, and it has not undergone any modifications since then. With its scenic location and recreational purpose, the dam offers a unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy water-related activities in the heart of Texas.
Owned privately and managed by Lockwood Andrews & Newnam, the Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resources in sustaining local communities and providing opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, understanding the role of dams like this one in managing and conserving water resources becomes increasingly crucial for ensuring a sustainable future for all.
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 Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Nr Brownsville | 22 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Brownsville-Port Isabel Highway, Brownsville
- Rio Hondo Public Boat Ramp
- Boca Chica Boulevard 54298, Brownsville
- Padre Boulevard South Padre Island
- West Palm Street South Padre Island
- West Cora Lee Drive 200, South Padre Island
Track Lakeway Subdivision 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 Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam
Where does the data for Lakeway Subdivision 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 Lakeway Subdivision Lake Dam.