Clear Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam, located in Denton, Texas, stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts dating back to its completion in 1969.
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Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a buttress core type reaches a height of 34 feet and spans a length of 2,860 feet along the TR-Moores Branch river. With a storage capacity of 1,187 acre-feet and a surface area of 23 acres, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region.
Despite its age, Clear Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam has been maintained in fair condition, as evidenced by a recent assessment in November 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 126 feet and two uncontrolled outlet gates. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, signaling the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts to ensure the dam's continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Clear Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam serves as a critical infrastructure component in the area's water resource management system. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the vital role that structures like this play in safeguarding communities against the impacts of flooding and ensuring sustainable water management practices for the future.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
2860 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MOORES BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
2.25 |
Nid Storage |
1187 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Clear Ck Nr Sanger
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14cfs |
Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Greenbelt Nr Pilot Point
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2cfs |
Hickory Ck At Denton
|
13cfs |
Denton Ck At Cr 2513 Nr Decatur
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14cfs |
Denton Ck Nr Justin
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16cfs |
Little Elm Ck Nr Aubrey
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8cfs |