The Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 9 Dam, located in Stephenville, Texas, was completed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction and irrigation purposes along the South Fork North Bosque River.
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This earth dam, with a height of 37 feet and a length of 2300 feet, has a storage capacity of 6162 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 9.97 square miles. The dam features a spillway width of 124 feet and outlet gates including a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates.
Despite its critical role in flood risk management, the dam's condition assessment in April 2021 was deemed unsatisfactory, posing a moderate risk according to the inspection report. The TCEQ regulates the dam, which has not been modified in recent years and is subject to regular inspections every five years. With a hazard potential classification not available, the dam remains an important asset in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential flooding events in Erath County. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate can appreciate the intricate design and functionality of this vital infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
2300 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH FORK NORTH BOSQUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
9.97 |
Nid Storage |
6162 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
6cfs |
Paluxy Rv At Glen Rose
|
10cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Stephenville City Park
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Weiser Community Park
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Dublin City Park
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