South Lakes Park Dam 2, located in Denton, Texas, is a local government-owned dam designed by TEAGUE, NALL, AND PERKINS.
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This dam, situated on the Fletcher Branch river, serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a height of 8 feet, providing a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet. Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type.
The dam has a high hazard potential rating of 2 and is currently not rated for its condition assessment. Despite being regulated and permitted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), it lacks inspection frequency and emergency action plan assessments. With its risk management measures and inundation maps still pending, South Lakes Park Dam 2 stands as a vital structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for necessary safety and maintenance measures to ensure the surrounding community's well-being.
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
FLETCHER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |