Lake Fork Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyWood
River/StreamLAKE FORK CREEK
Coordinates32.80290, -95.54090

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height85 ft
Dam Height85 ft
Dam Length12,660 ft
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,269,599 acre-ft
Max Storage1,269,599 acre-ft
Normal Storage675,819 acre-ft
Surface Area27,690 acres
Drainage Area490 sq mi
Max Discharge127,736 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerSABINE RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/26/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX04388
Federal IDTX04388
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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