Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 2f Dam, located in Ellis County, Texas, along the North Prong Creek, serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet and spans 1495 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 2722 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose also includes debris control, recreation, and water supply for the surrounding area.
Managed by the TCEQ, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 2f Dam has been inspected periodically, with the last assessment in 2014 rating its condition as fair. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, slide and sluice gates, and has undergone structural modifications in 2013. With a moderate risk assessment rating, emergency action plans are in place, although further updates are needed to meet guidelines. Overall, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 2f Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the local community from potential flooding events.
Years Modified |
2013 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1495 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH PRONG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
70 |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Drainage Area |
5.1 |
Nid Storage |
2722 |
Structural Height |
46 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
46 |
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