Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam, located in Parker County, Texas, was completed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS and serves primarily for flood risk reduction.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 47 feet and has a length of 1160 feet, with a storage capacity of 863 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
The dam also serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation. It is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for controlled water release. The condition assessment conducted in April 2021 rated the dam as "fair" with a moderate risk level. With a drainage area of 1.8 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 10,222 cubic feet per second, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and mitigating flood risks.
Despite its age, the dam continues to serve the community effectively, with a focus on maintaining its safety and functionality through regular inspections and risk assessments. As a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 33 Dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1160 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
HALE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
47 |
Drainage Area |
1.8 |
Nid Storage |
863 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
47 |