Skye Ranch Dam A, located in Montgomery, Texas, was completed in 2004 and serves as a key recreational resource in the area.
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This private dam, designed by Campbell Engineering, stands at 21 feet in height and spans 901 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 315 acre-feet and a surface area of 26.64 acres, the dam is a vital component for water resource management in the region.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Skye Ranch Dam A has been assessed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 12 feet, and an outlet gate of 1. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in November 2017. Despite the lack of available hazard potential data, the dam remains an important asset for both recreation and water management purposes in the area surrounding Lake Creek.
With a drainage area of 1.29 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 199 acre-feet, Skye Ranch Dam A plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing opportunities for outdoor activities. As it continues to be regulated and inspected by state authorities, the dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both recreational and environmental purposes.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
901 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
UN TR-LAKE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26.64 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
1.29 |
Nid Storage |
315 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe
|
101cfs |
W Fk San Jacinto Rv Bl Lk Conroe Nr Conroe
|
262cfs |
Dry Ck At Fm 2978
|
2cfs |
Spring Ck At Kuykendahl Rd
|
151cfs |
Lake Ck Nr Dobbin
|
14cfs |
Bear Branch At Research Blvd
|
35cfs |