Big Woods Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyRains
River/StreamALLREAD CREEK
Coordinates32.78132, -95.74608

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length1,800 ft
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage650 acre-ft
Max Storage650 acre-ft
Normal Storage354 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,531 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSHELTON FAMILY PARTNERSHIP LTD
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection07/28/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX07136
Federal IDTX07136
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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