Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway - Mineral Wells, Texas
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N 32° 48.950 W 098° 02.462
14S E 589770 N 3631277
Lake Mineral Wells State Park is located along Rock Creek, a large tributary of the Brazos River. This area was an early home to several Native American tribes including the Comanche.
Waymark Code: WM7BGR
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 10/01/2009
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The city of Mineral Wells became too large for Lake Pinto, the town water supply, so in the late 1910's plans were laid for another lake East of town. In 1922 Lake Mineral Wells was completed.
World War II demanded an increase in activities at Fort Wolters, a military base located adjacent to the lake. This, coupled with the growth of the city of Mineral Wells, required the city to raise the height of the dam and thereby, increasing the water supply in the lake.
Waterway where the dam is located: Rock Creek
Main use of the Water Dam: Water Supply (Drinkable)
Material used in the structure: Concrete
Fishing Allowed: yes
Motor Sports Allowed: yes
Height of Dam: Not listed
Date built: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Photo of the Dam and a description of your visit.