Camps Lake Dam, located in Hopkins, Texas, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose that is categorized as 'Other'.
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This dam, standing at a height of 21 feet, holds a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. The dam, built on TR-Birch Creek, is under state jurisdiction and is permitted and inspected by the state of Texas.
Despite being completed with buttress core design, the dam does not have a spillway and is not rated for its condition. The hazard potential of the dam is not available, but it has been assessed to have a high risk level. The last inspection of Camps Lake Dam was conducted in January 1990, and it has not been modified or updated since then. The risk management measures and emergency preparedness of the dam are also not documented.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the state of dams in Texas, Camps Lake Dam provides an intriguing case study due to its lack of modern safety features and the high risk associated with its current condition. The absence of updated data and the potential hazards make it a noteworthy site for further investigation and evaluation to ensure the safety and longevity of the structure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIRCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |