Located in San Saba, Texas, the Se Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam stands as a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risk along Antelope Creek.
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Completed in 1969, this earth dam reaches a height of 33 feet and spans a length of 3,235 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1,710 acre-feet. Despite its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam currently lacks a spillway, presenting a potential hazard to the surrounding area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Se Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While the dam's condition remains unrated, it is considered to have a high risk level. With no designated emergency action plan or inundation maps prepared, it is crucial for stakeholders and authorities to prioritize risk management measures and ensure the safety of downstream communities in the event of a dam failure. The presence of only one outlet gate further underscores the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring of this vital water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
3235 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
ANTELOPE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
4.06 |
Nid Storage |
1710 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
22cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |