Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 23 Dam, located in Ellis, Texas, is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Waxahachie Creek.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 870 feet in length, providing essential protection to the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 744 acre-feet and a normal storage of 143 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels in the region.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 23 Dam is designated as a state-regulated structure. Despite not having a spillway, the dam's hazard potential is not available, and its condition remains unrated. However, with a high risk assessment ranking, the dam is closely monitored to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of such flood risk reduction structures becomes increasingly crucial in safeguarding communities and environments against potential disasters.
With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 23 Dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between government agencies and environmental conservationists in managing water resources effectively. As discussions around climate change and water scarcity intensify, the significance of structures like this dam in protecting vulnerable regions from flooding events cannot be understated. As we move towards a more sustainable future, the maintenance and upkeep of such critical infrastructure will be essential in ensuring the resilience of communities facing the challenges of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WAXAHACHIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.21 |
Nid Storage |
744 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Waxahachie Ck At Waxahachie
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7cfs |
Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
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1cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
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8cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
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11cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
|
338cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Waxahachie - Bardwell Lake
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Highview - Bardwell Lake
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Mott - Bardwell Lake
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