Unicorn Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyDenton
River/StreamTR-PECAN CREEK
Coordinates33.17074, -97.09642

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length550 ft
Year Completed1917 (109 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage273 acre-ft
Max Storage273 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge4,745 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMICHAEL SMITH
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/01/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX00614
Federal IDTX00614
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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