Lake Groesbeck Dam
Lake Groesbeck Dam is a concrete dam located in Limestone County, Texas, built in 1921. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Lake Groesbeck Dam
The primary purpose of Lake Groesbeck Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by City Of Groesbeck (local government). It impounds the Navasota River.
The dam stands 12 feet tall and stretches 75 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. Completed in 1921, the structure is over a century old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 02/26/2013. That was over 13 years ago.
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Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Limestone |
| River/Stream | Navasota River |
| Coordinates | 31.57421, -96.52040 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | CITY OF GROESBECK |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 02/26/2013 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | TX01055 |
| Federal ID | TX01055 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |