Green Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam, located in Erath County, Texas, was completed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Cat Branch river.
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This earth dam stands at 24 feet tall and spans 2540 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 1150 acre-feet for flood control. The dam features a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 180 feet.
Despite its age, Green Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam is in fair condition according to a 2017 assessment, with a moderate hazard potential. The dam is under the regulatory jurisdiction of the TCEQ and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2016. While it currently serves its primary purpose effectively, the dam also offers recreational opportunities for locals in the area. With its strategic location and functional design, Green Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam remains a crucial structure for managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
2540 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
CAT BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
1150 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
6cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hamilton
|
4cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Weiser Community Park
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Dublin City Park
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Stephenville City Park
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De Leon Community Park
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Sowell Creek - Proctor Lake
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