Located in Lampasas, Texas, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the region.
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Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet and spans 1801 feet along Pitt Creek. With a storage capacity of 3895 acre-feet and a normal storage of 189 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is equipped with uncontrolled and valve outlets to handle maximum discharges of up to 33,958 cubic feet per second. Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2017, the dam poses a moderate risk, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam serves as a key asset in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential water-related hazards.
As a cornerstone of water management in Lampasas, this dam not only provides flood protection but also contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources in the area. With its strategic location and design, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam stands as a testament to effective collaboration between government agencies and the community to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in the face of climate-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1801 |
Dam Height |
60 |
River Or Stream |
PITT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40 |
Hydraulic Height |
60 |
Drainage Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
3895 |
Structural Height |
60 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
60 |
Lampasas Rv Nr Kempner
|
33cfs |
S Fk Rocky Ck Nr Briggs
|
0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Cowhouse Ck At Pidcoke
|
13cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Lampasas Rv At Ding Dong
|
41cfs |