Rowlett Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam, located in Collin County, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along Muddy Creek.
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Constructed in 1956 by the USDA NRCS, this earthen dam stands at a height of 43 feet and spans 4100 feet, providing a storage capacity of 6500 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and small fish pond maintenance, flood risk reduction, and recreation.
Managed by the TCEQ, the dam is inspected every five years and was last assessed as being in fair condition in August 2015. With a moderate risk rating, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for efficient water release. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a vital role in protecting surrounding areas from flooding and maintaining water resources for various purposes. Enthusiasts of water resource and climate management will find Rowlett Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam to be a noteworthy example of infrastructure designed to balance flood control with ecological and recreational benefits.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
4100 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
140 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Drainage Area |
11.39 |
Nid Storage |
6500 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
43 |