Clear Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam, located in Cooke County, Texas, along Fannin Creek, was completed in 1962 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 59 feet and spans a length of 1200 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 952 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam remains in good condition with no reported hazard potential and a high risk assessment rating of 2.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Clear Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding and debris control. With a normal storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.7 acres, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. While there are no spillways, the dam is equipped with a single outlet gate for water management.
The dam's location in a high-risk zone underscores the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood control. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and supporting infrastructure like Clear Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam is essential for sustainable water management practices in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
59 |
River Or Stream |
FANNIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
59 |
Drainage Area |
2.78 |
Nid Storage |
952 |
Structural Height |
59 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
59 |
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