Oaklawn Pond Dam, located in Harrison County, Texas, is a local government-owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
Wind
Humidity
Constructed with an earth core and buttress stone foundations, this dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans a length of 500 feet, creating a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-Eightmile Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
The dam, built in the mid-20th century and modified in 2002 for hydraulic improvements, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet. Inspected every five years, Oaklawn Pond Dam was last assessed in fair condition in October 2015. With a moderate risk rating and no available hazard potential data, the dam remains an important asset for water resource management in the area. Despite lacking some detailed information, its role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage underscores its significance for local communities and climate enthusiasts alike.
Years Modified |
1950 - Seismic, 2002 - Hydraulic |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EIGHTMILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.92 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
17 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
Little Cypress Ck Nr Jefferson
|
341cfs |
Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack
|
508cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
|
1090cfs |
Black Cypress Bayou At Jefferson
|
243cfs |
Big Cypress Ck Nr Jefferson
|
95cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
|
9200cfs |