Village Walker Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam, located in Ellis, Texas, is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the TR-SMITH CREEK.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans a length of 820 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 145 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves as a debris control measure for the surrounding area.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by TCEQ, this dam plays a significant role in protecting the community from potential hazards. Despite being rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential, the risk assessment for Village Walker Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is considered high (2). While the condition assessment is currently "Not Rated", the dam's design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight a commitment to water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its strategic location and structural integrity, this dam stands as a testament to proactive measures in safeguarding against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
820 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SMITH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
|
1cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
11cfs |