Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 9 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam, located in Ellis County, Texas, stands as a critical flood risk reduction infrastructure along the TR-Waxahachie Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam reaches a height of 52 feet and spans 1502 feet in length, holding a storage capacity of 1425 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 261 feet and a maximum discharge rate of 15425 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the surrounding area.

Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam undergoes regular inspections and has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is equipped with outlet gates for flow control. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam serves as a vital component of flood risk mitigation efforts in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the dam's design and functionality in safeguarding communities from potential inundation.

The dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction underscores its significance in protecting nearby residents and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events. With a history of successful operation and maintenance, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to ensure the safety and resilience of water resource systems. As a key feature in the local watershed, this dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices for addressing climate-related challenges in the region.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

1502

Dam Height

52

River Or Stream

TR-WAXAHACHIE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Hydraulic Height

52

Drainage Area

2.7

Nid Storage

1425

Structural Height

52

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

52
       
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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.