Mcgee Dam No 3, located in Henderson, Texas, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
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The dam, classified as an Earth type with a buttress core, stands at a height of 18 feet and spans a length of 650 feet. It serves as a vital component in managing water resources, with a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 74 acre-feet.
The dam, situated on a tributary of Coon Creek, plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply management in the region. With a fair condition assessment as of June 2016, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The outlet gates, including one controlled and one uncontrolled, are essential for managing water flow and discharge, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1960 cubic feet per second.
Despite its modest size, Mcgee Dam No 3 plays a significant role in water resource management in the area, contributing to flood control, water supply, and environmental preservation efforts. Its presence highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure their continued functionality and safety in the face of changing climate conditions and water resource demands.
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF COON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.3 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
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2210cfs |
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
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1890cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Neches
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271cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
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15cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
70cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
2000cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Meisenbach
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Staff Cabins
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Camp Trevor-Rees-Jones
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Gum Ridge
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Cypress Knee
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Elm Flats
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