Located in Parker, Texas, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 18 Dam is a crucial structure designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the region.
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Completed in 1956, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and spans 1000 feet, providing storage capacity of 615 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential water-related hazards.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 18 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state standards. Despite being classified as high risk (2), the condition assessment of the dam is not rated, highlighting the need for continuous monitoring and assessment. The dam does not have a spillway but is equipped with one outlet gate to manage water levels during high-flow events.
As part of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 18 Dam serves as a critical piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management system. With its strategic location and design, the dam not only reduces flood risks but also contributes to the overall resilience of the local community in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
BROWN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
1.42 |
Nid Storage |
615 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |