Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2, located in Zapata, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam structure built in 1947 with a primary purpose that falls under the category of "Other".
Wind
Humidity
The dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 1484 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 260 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 101 acre-feet. Although it does not feature a spillway, the dam has a single outlet gate for water release.
With a drainage area of 3.4 square miles and a surface area of 42 acres, Hinnant and Fulbright Lake No 2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, particularly along the TR-ARROYO GRANDE river or stream. Despite being designated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the dam is considered to have a high risk level (2) according to the hazard potential category. This highlights the importance of regular inspections and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
1484 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ARROYO GRANDE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Drainage Area |
3.4 |
Nid Storage |
260 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Rio Grande At Laredo
|
1760cfs |
Zacate Ck At Laredo
|
0cfs |
Los Olmos Ck Nr Falfurrias
|
0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |
Rio Grande At Ft Ringgold
|
2110cfs |