Armadillo Drive Lake Dam, located in Riverside, Texas, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of "Other".
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The dam, constructed with a buttress core type, has a height of 13 feet and a length of 500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet. It is situated on an unnamed tributary of Parker Creek, within Walker County. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 62 feet and outlet gates consisting of two uncontrolled and one valve.
Despite its structural details, Armadillo Drive Lake Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of December 2015, with a moderate risk level of 3 out of 5. The last inspection took place in September 2017, raising concerns about its potential hazard. While the dam is not under federal jurisdiction, it remains subject to state permitting and inspection requirements to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in monitoring the condition and risk profile of Armadillo Drive Lake Dam, as it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBURARY OF PARKER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
47 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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