Old Mill Creek Dam, located in Montgomery, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Humidity
Completed in 2004, the dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Mill Creek, this dam is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the condition of Old Mill Creek Dam is currently not rated. The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. While its hazard potential is not available, the dam raises concerns due to its high-risk classification. The last inspection was conducted in 2004, and no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) has been prepared, indicating a need for improved risk management measures and emergency preparedness.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Old Mill Creek Dam an intriguing subject due to its unique design as an earth dam with buttress core types. The dam's location on the TR-Mill Creek adds to its appeal for outdoor recreation activities. Despite its risk potential, the dam's history and structural details provide valuable insights into the intersection of human infrastructure with natural water systems in the context of climate change and water resource management.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Dry Ck At Fm 2978
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2cfs |
Spring Ck Nr Tomball
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35cfs |
Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe
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101cfs |
Spring Ck At Kuykendahl Rd
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151cfs |
Willow Ck Nr Tomball
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67cfs |
Bear Branch At Research Blvd
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35cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Spring Creek Park
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Texas Rennaissance Festival - Quiet - Family Camping
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Texas Rennaissance Festival - Loud - Barbarian Camping
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