Oak Hollow Dam, located in Smith County, Texas, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Humidity
Situated on the TR-West Mud Creek, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 600 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 43 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 3 feet, and it has one uncontrolled outlet gate.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of April 2021, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) and has undergone inspections every two years, with the last inspection conducted in August 2015. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and falls under state jurisdiction for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its picturesque surroundings and recreational opportunities, Oak Hollow Dam provides both water resource and climate enthusiasts a captivating destination to explore and appreciate the intersection of human engineering and natural beauty.
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
43 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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