Big Woods Lake Dam

Texas — Rains County — ALLREAD CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyRains
RiverALLREAD CREEK
Coordinates32.78132, -95.74608

Physical Characteristics

NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length1,800 ft
NID Storage650 acre-ft
Max Storage650 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 28, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed2004
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSHELTON FAMILY PARTNERSHIP LTD

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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