Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 86 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Ellis, Texas, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 Dam is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Chambers Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 48 feet and spans a length of 1021 feet, providing a storage capacity of 967 acre-feet to manage debris and mitigate flood risks in the region. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, with a high risk potential of 2, highlighting the need for regular inspection and maintenance.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation. While no spillway is present, the dam's structure and design ensure effective flood control measures to safeguard the community. With a drainage area of 2.16 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 123 acre-feet, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region.

As an integral part of the flood risk reduction strategy in Ellis County, Texas, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 Dam requires ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure its continued effectiveness. With a primary purpose of debris control and flood risk reduction, this earth dam serves as a critical asset in protecting the local population and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events and rising water levels. By maintaining a proactive approach to dam safety and maintenance, stakeholders can ensure the long-term resilience of this essential water resource infrastructure.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

1021

Dam Height

48

River Or Stream

TR-CHAMBERS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17

Hydraulic Height

48

Drainage Area

2.16

Nid Storage

967

Structural Height

48

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

48
       
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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 DamChambers Ck at FM 55 nr Avalon Preview Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
8.02cfs
8cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 DamWaxahachie Ck at Waxahachie Preview Waxahachie Ck At Waxahachie
7.11cfs
7cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 DamRichland Ck at Hwy 22 nr Mertens Preview Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
338.0cfs
338cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 DamWaxahachie Ck nr Bardwell Preview Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
0.79cfs
1cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 DamWhite Rk Ck at FM 308 nr Irene Preview White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
515.0cfs
515cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 86 DamMountain Ck nr Venus Preview Mountain Ck Nr Venus
0.82cfs
1cfs

Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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