Arbor Dam 2, located in Tarrant County, Texas, is a privately owned concrete dam completed in 1982 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans 250 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 16 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway, it features one outlet gate for water release.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Arbor Dam 2 is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance. Despite being rated as not available in terms of hazard potential and condition assessment, the dam is categorized as having a high risk level (2) based on risk assessment. With no associated structures and a small drainage area of 0.09 square miles, the dam presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of recreational dams in Texas.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FORK TRINITY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
0.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
16 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dallas / Arlington KOA
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Camp Thurman
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Fox Den
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Bobwhite Ridge
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Beaver Way
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Antelope Run
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