Fortson Lake Dam

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateTexas
CountyLimestone
River/StreamTR-PLUMMERS CREEK
Coordinates31.67234, -96.51114

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height40 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length1,700 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage280 acre-ft
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage132 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerAL FORTSON
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDTX01062
Federal IDTX01062
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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