Clear Creek WS SCS Site 52 Dam, located in Cooke County, Texas, was completed in 1967 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Little Duck Creek.
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Operated by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this earth dam stands 35 feet tall and spans 2980 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 2657 acre-feet. The dam's structure, designed by the USDA NRCS, incorporates a buttress core type and serves multiple purposes including debris control, fire protection, and creating a stock or small fish pond.
Despite its high hazard potential and lack of current condition assessment, Clear Creek WS SCS Site 52 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. With a drainage area of 5.73 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 200 acre-feet, this dam contributes to the overall water management strategy in the area. While lacking a spillway, the dam is equipped with a single outlet gate for controlled water release. Although the dam's risk assessment is rated as high, the absence of detailed risk management measures and emergency action plans present opportunities for further enhancement of its safety and operational protocols for ensuring long-term sustainability and resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
2980 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE DUCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
43 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
5.73 |
Nid Storage |
2657 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |