Located in Dallas, Texas, the Fountain View Dam stands as a testament to private ownership and state regulation, with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
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This earth dam, with a buttress core type, holds a maximum storage capacity of 38 acre-feet and a normal storage of 32 acre-feet. The dam boasts a spillway width of 15 feet and an uncontrolled outlet gate, ensuring proper water discharge.
The dam, constructed on a tributary of Mountain Creek, serves primarily for purposes other than flood control or water supply. With a fair condition assessment as of August 2017, the Fountain View Dam poses a moderate risk level and is subject to regular inspections every five years. Despite its relatively small surface area of 5 acres and limited drainage area, the dam's 350-foot length and 17-foot height contribute to its overall hydraulic efficiency and structural integrity.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fountain View Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure in a regulated state jurisdiction. With its unique design features and moderate risk assessment, this dam offers valuable insights into the intersection of private ownership, state oversight, and sustainable water management practices.
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO OF MOUNTAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
38 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Walnut Ck Nr Mansfield
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1cfs |
Mountain Ck Nr Venus
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0cfs |
Mountain Ck At Grand Prairie
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3cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv At Grand Prairie
|
403cfs |
Village Ck At Everman
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8cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv At Greenbelt Rd
|
318cfs |
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Hord's Edge
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Buffalo Run
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Antelope Run
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Bear Run
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Horned Owl
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Beaver Way
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