Located in Parker, Texas, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 24 Dam is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1955 for flood risk reduction along Willow Creek.
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Standing at a height of 53 feet and a length of 1875 feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 2786 acre-feet, the dam contributes to maintaining normal storage levels of 200 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 25.7 acres within its drainage area of 5.68 square miles.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is inspected for safety and compliance regularly. While it does not have a spillway, the dam is equipped with a slide gate for controlled water release. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently rated as "not available" in terms of condition assessment. With its strategic location and purposeful design, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 24 Dam stands as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
1875 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
WILLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
53 |
Drainage Area |
5.68 |
Nid Storage |
2786 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
53 |
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Plateau
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