Clear Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve as a flood risk reduction measure along the TR-Clear Creek.
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Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 49 feet with a length of 810 feet, offering a storage capacity of 276 acre-feet. The dam also serves purposes such as debris control, fire protection, and stock or small fish pond management in addition to flood risk reduction.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Clear Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam has a high hazard potential rating. Despite not having a spillway, the dam's structural integrity remains intact with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)," the dam is under constant scrutiny to ensure its effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the strategic design and critical role that Clear Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam plays in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flood events.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
810 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
49 |
Drainage Area |
0.68 |
Nid Storage |
276 |
Structural Height |
49 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
49 |
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