Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 93 Dam, located in Ellis County, Texas, is a vital earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risks along the Chambers Creek.
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Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans a length of 1082 feet, providing a storage capacity of 808 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 124 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in debris control and flood risk reduction in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 93 Dam has a high hazard potential with a risk rating of 2. While the dam does not have a spillway, it features an outlet gate for controlled release of water. Despite not having a current condition assessment, the dam remains operational and plays a critical role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 93 Dam serves as a significant infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the Chambers Creek. With its strategic design and storage capacity, this earth dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and the importance of maintaining essential structures to safeguard communities from potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1082 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHAMBERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1.58 |
Nid Storage |
808 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mott - Bardwell Lake
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Highview - Bardwell Lake
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Waxahachie - Bardwell Lake
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