Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam dam
Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam
The Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam, located in Travis County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes. Constructed in 1987 by Clayton Rutters Engr Inc, the dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans a length of 6175 feet. With a storage capacity of 247 acre-feet, the dam overlooks the TR-MAHA CREEK and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Despite its high hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. Emergency action plans and risk management measures have yet to be specified for this structure. However, with its picturesque surroundings and strategic location, the Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam provides a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the intersection of infrastructure and nature in the heart of Texas.
As one of the key features in the Galveston District, the Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the intricate design and maintenance of dams in the region. Its historical significance and environmental impact make it a compelling site for further study and appreciation by those interested in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Texas.
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 Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Ck At Us Hwy 183 | 24 cfs | → |
| Onion Ck At Twin Creeks Rd Nr Manchaca | 11 cfs | → |
| Williamson Ck At Jimmy Clay Rd | 28 cfs | → |
| Slaughter Ck At Fm 2304 Nr Austin | 2 cfs | → |
| Plum Ck At Lockhart | 13 cfs | → |
| Williamson Ck At Manchaca Rd | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Farm To Market Road 973 2801-2899, Austin
- Texas 130 Toll, Austin
- Festival Beach Road, Austin
- South Pleasant Valley Road 1-79, Austin
- Ann And Roy Butler Hike And Bike Trail, Austin
- Redbud Trail, Austin
Campgrounds
- Mckinney Falls State Park
- Lockhart State Park
- Camp Mabry Military
- Leisure Resort On The San Marco River
- Emma Long Metropolitan Park
- Bastrop State Park
Fishing spots
Track Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam
Where does the data for Austin Aquaplex 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 Austin Aquaplex Lake Dam.