Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 55 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Ellis, Texas, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 Dam is a critical piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risk along the Mesquite Branch.


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Summary

Completed in 1957, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 2875 feet, providing essential storage capacity of 1698 acre-feet to protect the surrounding area. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits including debris control and water storage.

Managed by local government agencies and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 Dam plays a vital role in protecting the community from potential hazards. Despite its high risk classification, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam relies on its design and construction to manage water flow and reduce the risk of overflow during periods of heavy rainfall.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 Dam serves as a fascinating example of engineering ingenuity in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in a vulnerable area. With its long history of providing essential flood protection and storage capacity, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of proactive infrastructure development in the face of changing environmental conditions. As efforts to address climate change and protect water resources continue, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 Dam remains a critical asset in safeguarding the community and surrounding areas from potential flooding events.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

2875

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

MESQUITE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

123

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

2.73

Nid Storage

1698

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 DamWaxahachie Ck at Waxahachie Preview Waxahachie Ck At Waxahachie
7.11cfs
7cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 DamMountain Ck nr Venus Preview Mountain Ck Nr Venus
0.82cfs
1cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 DamWalnut Ck nr Mansfield Preview Walnut Ck Nr Mansfield
0.36cfs
0cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 DamChambers Ck at FM 55 nr Avalon Preview Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
8.02cfs
8cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 DamRichland Ck at Hwy 22 nr Mertens Preview Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
338.0cfs
338cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 55 DamWaxahachie Ck nr Bardwell Preview Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
0.79cfs
1cfs

Dam Data Reference

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.
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