Main Tower

ID: 677 ~ Source: Image courtesy of the Texas Collection, Baylor University ~ Creator: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
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Main Tower

In addition to the main earthen structure, the dam consists of a spillway for flood control, a reservoir pool to provide the city with water, and a flood pool which fills up when heavy rains occur. This tower houses the three electrically operated sliding gates which control the release of water.

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By Amanda Sawyer
Throughout its history, Waco has been affected by a constant cycle of drought and flooding due to its prime location near several major rivers. The construction of Lake Waco Dam was one of the most successful efforts to address these issues,…