Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 54 Dam, located in Ellis County, Texas, was completed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the East Fork Chambers Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and stretches 1410 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 3676 acre-feet. The dam has a spillway width of 264 feet and can discharge up to 4650 cubic feet per second in times of high water levels.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 54 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. It is primarily used for flood risk reduction and debris control, with a fair condition assessment as of April 2021. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level 3 hazard potential, although specific risk management measures are not currently provided.
With a historical significance dating back over five decades, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 54 Dam continues to play a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events. As climate change impacts water resources and hydrological patterns, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like this one becomes increasingly essential for ensuring community safety and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1410 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
EAST FORK CHAMBERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
4.5 |
Nid Storage |
3676 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |