Sunset Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyWalker
Nearest CityCONROE
River/StreamMCDONALD CREEK
Coordinates30.64636, -95.57976

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length850 ft
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage960 acre-ft
Max Storage960 acre-ft
Normal Storage320 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSUNSET LAKE CLUB
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/18/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX02955
Federal IDTX02955
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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