Lake Wood Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyGonzales
Nearest CityGONZALES
River/StreamGUADALUPE RIVER
Coordinates29.46835, -97.49207

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length6,450 ft
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage27,450 acre-ft
Max Storage27,450 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,000 acre-ft
Surface Area488 acres
Drainage Area2,110 sq mi
Max Discharge3 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerGUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/15/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX01913
Federal IDTX01913
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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