Green Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, was completed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS and serves primarily as a flood risk reduction structure along the TR-GREEN CREEK.
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Standing at a height of 40 feet with a length of 4120 feet, this earth dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 1197 acre-feet and a normal storage of 137 acre-feet. Despite being designed for flood risk reduction, it also supports purposes such as irrigation and recreation.
The dam's condition assessment in 2017 rated it as "Fair", with a moderate risk level of 3. It is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), with state permitting and enforcement in place. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, outlet gates including a slide (sluice gate), and has not been modified since its completion. The last inspection in 2016 determined the structure to be in fair condition, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in flood risk management.
Green Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam's presence not only mitigates flood risks but also contributes to the local water resource management in Erath County. With its historical significance and impact on the surrounding environment, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
4120 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GREEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
1197 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
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2cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
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6cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hamilton
|
4cfs |
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Dublin City Park
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Weiser Community Park
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Stephenville City Park
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