The Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam, located in Ellis County, Texas, was completed in 1965 and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Wind
Humidity
The primary purpose of the dam is classified as "Other," with a design by C Darrow Hooper. This earth dam stands at a height of 52 feet and has a length of 710 feet, providing a storage capacity of 375 acre-feet.
The dam, situated on the Bedford Branch river/stream, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and two uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite being last inspected in 1982, the dam is rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, with a moderate hazard potential. With a risk assessment score of 3, the Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam is considered to have moderate risk, but further details on risk management measures and emergency action plans are not available at this time.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the Ash Grove Cement Plant Dam an intriguing structure to study, given its unique design and historical significance. The dam's location in Texas, along with its specifications and regulatory oversight by the TCEQ, add to its importance in the realm of water resource management. Further research and monitoring of this dam could provide valuable insights into its impact on the surrounding environment and potential risks associated with its operation.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
710 |
Dam Height |
52 |
River Or Stream |
BEDFORD BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Nid Storage |
375 |
Structural Height |
52 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
52 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Hord's Edge
|
||
Buffalo Run
|
||
Bear Run
|
||
Antelope Run
|
||
Sailer's Point
|
||
Horned Owl
|