Jl Williams Lake Dam, located in Tyler, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by Barber Brannon Traylor and completed in 1985.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and stretches 1160 feet in length, with a primary purpose of recreation. Situated on the TR-Allen Branch, this dam provides storage capacity of 613 acre-feet and boasts a spillway width of 124 feet for uncontrolled discharge.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance. Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment, with a moderate risk level, the dam has not been assigned a hazard potential rating. With a maximum discharge capacity of 2 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Smith County.
Visitors to Jl Williams Lake Dam can enjoy the scenic surroundings and recreational activities on the water. With its accessibility and regulated maintenance, this dam offers a safe and enjoyable environment for outdoor enthusiasts to appreciate the intersection of water resources and climate management in East Texas.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
1160 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ALLEN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
613 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
|
208cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
91cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
437cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |