Located in San Saba, Texas, the Lower San Saba River WS SCS Site 11 Dam is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the area.
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Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 1800 feet, with a storage capacity of 1793 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding region, particularly along Jerrys Branch.
Despite its age, the Lower San Saba River WS SCS Site 11 Dam remains in good condition, with a high hazard potential rating of 2. The dam is state-regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a drainage area of 4.18 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 197 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the local community from flooding events.
The dam features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate and has not undergone any modifications in recent years. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam's risk assessment indicates a high level of risk, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. As a key infrastructure for flood control in the area, the Lower San Saba River WS SCS Site 11 Dam serves as a reminder of the essential role that water resource management plays in climate resilience and disaster preparedness.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
JERRYS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
58 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
4.18 |
Nid Storage |
1793 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
22cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
Llano Rv At Llano
|
263cfs |