Tex Iron Dam 1, located in Henderson, Texas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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This privately owned earthen dam, completed in 1977, stands at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 36 feet, creating a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. The dam spans 600 feet across Ledbetter Creek, with a surface area of 3.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles.
Although the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been rated for its condition, it is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 225 cubic feet per second, contributing to its moderate risk assessment rating. Despite lacking detailed information on its design and designer, Tex Iron Dam 1 remains a vital asset for water resource management in the area, showcasing the intersection of human intervention and natural water systems.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LEDBETTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
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