Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam dam
Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam
Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam, located in McKinney, Texas, serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Wilson Creek. Built in 1988 by HUITT-ZOLLARS INC, this privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and stretches 800 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 228 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, while also supporting irrigation and recreation activities in the area.
Maintained and regulated by TCEQ in Texas, Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam has been assessed to be in fair condition as of September 2017, with a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 3355 cubic feet per second. Despite its relatively small surface area of 10.4 acres and drainage area of 0.51 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential flood events.
With a history of inspections and state permitting, Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam exemplifies the importance of proactive management and enforcement in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of water infrastructure. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the intricate design and engineering behind this dam, which not only provides flood protection but also enhances the overall water management system in Collin County, 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 Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Ck Dws Of Hwy 75 At Mckinney | 28 cfs | → |
| E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Mckinney | 66 cfs | → |
| Doe Br At Us Hwy 380 Nr Prosper | 25 cfs | → |
| Little Elm Ck Nr Aubrey | 23 cfs | → |
| Sister Grove Ck Nr Blue Ridge | 18 cfs | → |
| Muddy Ck At Creek Crossing Ln Nr Sachse | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam.
Boat launches
- Highland Park Collin County
- Bratonia Park Road Collin County
- Brockdale Park Road Wylie
- Trinity Trail Wylie
- Blue Sky Drive The Colony
- Twin Groves Park Road Collin County
Campgrounds
- Erwin Park - Mckinney
- Constellation Park Campsite #4
- Constellation Park Campsite #3
- Constellation Park Campsite #2
- Constellation Park Campsite #1
- Tent Sites
Fishing spots
Track Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam
Where does the data for Stonebridge Lake 13 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 Stonebridge Lake 13 Dam.