Pratt Lake Dam, located in Henderson, Texas, is a private earth dam completed in 2003 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Humidity
The dam stands at a height of 44 feet and has a hydraulic height and structural height of 44 and 65 feet, respectively. It has a length of 2950 feet and provides a normal storage capacity of 2980 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 8219 acre-feet.
The dam, built on Mine Creek, has a spillway width of 454 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 38763 cubic feet per second. It is inspected every 5 years and was last assessed to be in a satisfactory condition as of August 2015. Despite its moderate hazard potential, the dam has not experienced any significant issues, making it a reliable structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate.
With its picturesque location in the city of Athens and its role in water conservation and recreation, Pratt Lake Dam serves as both a functional infrastructure and a scenic spot for visitors to enjoy. Its design by VELVIN & WEEKS and efficient operation under the supervision of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality exemplify responsible water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
2950 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
MINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
282 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
10.4 |
Nid Storage |
8219 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
65 |
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
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1680cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
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1890cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Neches
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337cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
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2660cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
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2cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
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12cfs |
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