Lake Lacima Dam, located in McKinney, Texas, was completed in 1975 with the primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities for the community.
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The dam, designed by Petsche & Associates, is classified as an earth dam with a height of 18 feet and a length of 400 feet. It sits on TR-Wilson Creek and has a maximum storage capacity of 230 acre-feet.
The dam has a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" with a width of 227 feet and three uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment as of February 2018, it has a moderate risk rating. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes inspections every five years. Overall, Lake Lacima Dam serves as both a recreational resource and an essential part of the region's water management infrastructure.
Years Modified |
2005 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
230 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |