City Lake Dam, located in Williamson County, Texas, is a concrete structure completed in 1963 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a height of 15 feet and stretching 160 feet in length, the dam holds a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. It is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and has undergone structural modifications in 2009.
The dam, situated on Bull Branch, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 120 feet and is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates. The risk assessment categorizes City Lake Dam as having a moderate risk level, with a hazard potential that is currently not available. Despite its condition being unrated, the dam is subject to regular inspections and meets state regulatory standards for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Managed by the City of Taylor and designed by Freese & Nichols, City Lake Dam serves as a recreational hub for the local community while also contributing to flood control and water supply management in the area. With its picturesque setting and essential role in water resource management, the dam stands as a vital piece of infrastructure in the region.
Years Modified |
2009 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
BULL BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
3.59 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Taylor - Granger Lake
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Wilson Fox - Granger Lake
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Willis Creek - Granger Lake
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