Upwood Lake Dam, located in Upshur, Texas, was completed in 1975 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and recreation.
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This private earth dam, with a height of 17 feet and a length of 400 feet, provides a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet and is primarily used for small fish pond purposes. Despite being state-permitted and inspected, the dam does not have a spillway and is classified as having a high hazard potential.
Managed by private owners, Upwood Lake Dam on the TR-SOUTH LILLY CREEK is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District. With a structural height of 20 feet and a normal storage capacity of 97 acre-feet, this dam presents a risk due to its lack of proper hazard assessment and emergency action plan. Even though it is not federally owned or regulated, the dam's condition has not been rated, highlighting the need for enhanced risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH LILLY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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