Rodgers Lake Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, is an earth dam with a buttress core type standing at a height of 10.2 feet and stretching 400 feet in length.
Wind
Humidity
This dam, built for purposes other than flood control or water supply, holds a maximum storage capacity of 12 acre-feet with a normal storage capacity of 11 acre-feet. The spillway type for this dam is uncontrolled with a width of 29 feet, and it has three uncontrolled outlet gates.
Although Rodgers Lake Dam is not regulated by the state, it is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, with a hazard potential that is not available. The condition assessment for the dam is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in March 2015. Despite the lack of recent data on the dam's condition, its operational status and emergency preparedness measures remain undisclosed.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rodgers Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a smaller-scale dam with unique design features and limited regulatory oversight. The dam's location in the heart of Texas highlights the importance of monitoring and maintaining infrastructure to ensure the safety and reliability of water resources in the region. As discussions around climate change and water management continue to evolve, understanding the intricacies of dams like Rodgers Lake Dam can offer valuable insights into the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and public safety.
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
10.2 |
River Or Stream |
|
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.2 |
Nid Storage |
12 |
Structural Height |
10.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
|
208cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Big Sandy
|
91cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
437cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |