The Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, was completed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS and is currently regulated by the TCEQ.
With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a length of 1900 feet, providing storage of up to 4000 acre-feet of water from the West Fork Armstrong Creek. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 303 feet, and it has a fair condition assessment as of November 2016.
This dam serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction, irrigation, and recreation, making it a crucial infrastructure for the local community. With a drainage area of 11.15 square miles, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating and is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality. The Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to protect both the environment and the community.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1900 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
WEST FORK ARMSTRONG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
52 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Drainage Area |
11.15 |
Nid Storage |
4000 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
|
3cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
1cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
6cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
5cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
56cfs |