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.
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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.
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
|
0cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
6cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
115cfs |