HORDS CK LK NR VALERA

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December 21, 2024
1,904 ft 31.83, -99.56


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Hords Creek Dam, also known as Hords Creek Lake, is a crucial water supply infrastructure located in Coleman, Texas, owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Completed in 1948, the dam stands at a height of 91 feet and has a storage capacity of 49,290 acre-feet, serving multiple purposes such as flood risk reduction, recreation, and wildlife conservation. Despite reducing the risk of downstream flooding to communities, the dam still poses a hazard potential classified as high due to the unlikely event of a breach or high volume releases through the spillway during extreme weather events.

To mitigate these risks, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers conducts regular inspections and monitoring, particularly as the lake elevation rises, to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the dam. Surveillance measures are in place, with routine maintenance and dam safety monitoring to address any potential issues promptly. A robust Emergency Action Plan is updated annually, enhancing emergency response coordination with various agencies and stakeholders, while communication efforts ensure that risks associated with Hords Creek Dam are transparently shared with the community.

Overall, Hords Creek Dam is a vital water resource infrastructure that requires continuous maintenance and risk management measures to safeguard downstream communities and ensure the sustainable use of this essential water supply source in Texas.

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change 0%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 1,879.11 ft
2024-04-20
Maximum 1,899.4 ft
2007-10-02
Average 1,889 ft
Dam_Height 91
Hydraulic_Height 86
Drainage_Area 48
Year_Completed 1948
Nid_Storage 49290
Structural_Height 91
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Foundations Rock, Soil
Surface_Area 510
Outlet_Gates Uncontrolled - 0
River_Or_Stream HORDS CREEK
Dam_Length 6800
Hazard_Potential High
Nid_Height 91
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