Lake Windcrest Dam in Montgomery, Texas, is a private earth dam primarily designed for recreational purposes.
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Completed in 1997 by designer Ken Powers, the dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 2600 feet, creating a storage capacity of 943 acre-feet with a surface area of 169 acres. The dam is situated on TR-DRY CREEK and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), with state permitting, inspections, and enforcement in place.
With an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates, Lake Windcrest Dam has a fair condition assessment as of April 2021. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating and undergoes inspections every five years. The dam's hazard potential is not available, but it poses a moderate risk level (3). The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in 2010, and it meets guidelines for risk management measures. As a key structure in the area, Lake Windcrest Dam serves as both a recreational spot and a vital component of water resource management in Montgomery, Texas.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
2600 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
169 |
Drainage Area |
1.94 |
Nid Storage |
943 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Dry Ck At Fm 2978
|
2cfs |
Spring Ck Nr Tomball
|
35cfs |
Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe
|
101cfs |
Spring Ck At Kuykendahl Rd
|
151cfs |
Willow Ck Nr Tomball
|
67cfs |
Bear Branch At Research Blvd
|
35cfs |