Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 6 Dam, located in Parker County, Texas, was completed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS.
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This earth dam, standing at a height of 37 feet with a length of 1100 feet, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Clear Fork Trinity River. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 550 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 11.4 acres and draining a 1.16 square mile watershed.
Despite lacking a spillway, the dam has not been rated for condition assessment, and its hazard potential is not available. The risk assessment for this dam is classified as high, indicating potential concerns for the surrounding area in case of a failure. The dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its compliance with state regulations and safety standards. With its proximity to the Clear Fork Trinity River and its vital role in flood risk reduction, Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 6 Dam is an essential structure in the local water resource management system.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLEAR FORK TRINITY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
1.16 |
Nid Storage |
550 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |