Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 15 Dam, located in Parker County, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Gourdneck Creek.
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Completed in 1956, this earth dam stands at 39 feet tall and spans a length of 1025 feet, with a storage capacity of 1000 acre-feet. While primarily serving flood risk reduction purposes, it also supports fire protection, stock, or small fish pond management, and recreational activities in the area.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam's condition is currently assessed as "Not Rated," with a high risk level of 2. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam's structural integrity and risk management measures are closely monitored. The absence of inundation maps and emergency action plans signifies potential areas for improvement in disaster preparedness and response. With a significant role in water resource management, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 15 Dam remains a critical infrastructure for safeguarding the surrounding communities from flooding events.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1025 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GOURDNECK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
1.02 |
Nid Storage |
1000 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |