Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam dam
Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam
Nestled in Hunt, Texas, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 63 Dam stands as a critical structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the TR-ARNOLD CREEK. Completed in 1970, this earth dam boasts a height of 17.7 feet with a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet, serving as a vital component in the flood risk reduction efforts in the area. With a drainage area of 0.49 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 685 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential flooding events.
Despite its age, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 63 Dam remains in fair condition as of the last assessment in April 2018, with a moderate risk level assigned. Equipped with a spillway width of 52 feet and outlet gates for water control, this dam ensures efficient water management during periods of high flow. Governed by the Texas state regulatory agency TCEQ, the dam undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to uphold safety standards, highlighting its importance in preserving the ecological balance and water resources in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a testament to the ongoing efforts to manage water resources and mitigate the impact of extreme weather events in Texas.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Ck At Sh 78 Nr Farmersville | 26 cfs | → |
| Sister Grove Ck Nr Blue Ridge | 27 cfs | → |
| Cowleech Fk Sabine Rv At Greenville | 67 cfs | → |
| E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Mckinney | 174 cfs | → |
| Middle Sulphur Rv At Commerce | 76 cfs | → |
| S Sulphur At Commerce | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam.
Boat launches
- West Audie Murphy Parkway Farmersville
- Twin Groves Park Road Collin County
- County Road 551 Collin County
- Collin County
- County Road 546 5431, Wylie
- Bratonia Park Road Collin County
Campgrounds
- Bonham State Park
- Erwin Park - Mckinney
- Tent Sites
- Equestrian Camp Sites
- Wind Point Park
- Constellation Park Campsite #3
Fishing spots
Track Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam
Where does the data for Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 63 Dam.