Santa Rosa Dam, located in Wilbarger, Texas, along Beaver Creek, is a private ownership structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Built in 1929 by designer E C WILL, this earth dam stands at a height of 45.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 42,200 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 1340 feet, is uncontrolled and has a maximum discharge of 122,326 cubic feet per second.
Despite being state-regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Santa Rosa Dam is not rated for its condition but is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam has undergone five inspections, with the last one conducted in March 2016. Three uncontrolled and two valve outlet gates are present in the structure. While the hazard potential is not available, the dam meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, ensuring its operational safety and compliance with regulations. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Santa Rosa Dam serves as a vital irrigation infrastructure within the region, contributing to the management of water resources along Beaver Creek.
Year Completed |
1929 |
Dam Length |
3000 |
Dam Height |
45.2 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
45.2 |
Drainage Area |
327.8 |
Nid Storage |
42200 |
Structural Height |
45.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3, Valve - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
Wichita Rv Nr Mabelle
|
3cfs |
Pease Rv Nr Vernon
|
4cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Seymour
|
284cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Electra
|
2cfs |
S Side Canal Nr Dundee
|
1cfs |
Brazos Rv At Seymour
|
35cfs |