Werner Lake Dam, located in Grimes County, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1966.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 800 feet, with a primary purpose classified as 'Other'. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and a normal storage of 57 acre-feet, serving as a critical water resource for the area.
Managed by the Galveston District of the USACE, Werner Lake Dam does not have a spillway and has not been rated for condition assessment. Despite this, the dam is assigned a high risk level (2) due to its hazard potential not being available. With state permitting and inspection in place, the dam plays a crucial role in water management for the region, particularly along the TR-GRASSY CREEK, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its structural integrity for climate resilience and water resource sustainability.
As a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Werner Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community resilience. With a focus on risk management and regulatory oversight, the dam's role in water storage and flood control underscores the critical need for proactive maintenance and emergency preparedness in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water resource demands.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GRASSY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Lake Ck Nr Dobbin
|
14cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Hempstead
|
1800cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe
|
262cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Nr Huntsville
|
34cfs |
Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe
|
101cfs |
Dry Ck At Fm 2978
|
2cfs |