Lake Hazy Dam, located in Montgomery, Texas, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
Wind
Humidity
Built in 1968, the dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 9 acre-feet. The dam overlooks TR-Mill Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.
Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, with a hazard potential not available and condition assessment not rated, Lake Hazy Dam remains a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 27 feet, allows for a maximum discharge of 942 cubic feet per second. Although not currently inspected for emergency action plans or inundation maps, the dam has been modified structurally in 1975 to enhance its resilience.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Hazy Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational structure that plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. With its picturesque location and historical significance, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human infrastructure and natural landscapes in the context of climate change and water management.
Years Modified |
1975 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
9 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Spring Ck Nr Tomball
|
35cfs |
Dry Ck At Fm 2978
|
2cfs |
Lake Ck At Sendera Ranch Rd Nr Conroe
|
101cfs |
Spring Ck At Kuykendahl Rd
|
151cfs |
Willow Ck Nr Tomball
|
67cfs |
Little Cypress Ck Nr Cypress
|
41cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Spring Creek Park
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Texas Rennaissance Festival - Quiet - Family Camping
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Texas Rennaissance Festival - Loud - Barbarian Camping
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