Mountain Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Ellis County, Texas, was completed in 1956 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the Newton Branch river.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet with a length of 2613 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 6911 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for recreation in the area.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 315 feet and outlet gates including a slide (sluice gate) and two uncontrolled gates. With a fair condition assessment as of 2014, the dam is regularly inspected by the TCEQ and has a moderate risk level. While hazard potential information is not available, the dam's structure and design are regulated and permitted by the state of Texas, ensuring its safety and functionality for the surrounding community. Mountain Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam remains a vital asset for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
2613 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
NEWTON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
88.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Drainage Area |
9.17 |
Nid Storage |
6911 |
Structural Height |
46 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
46 |