Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam, located in Ellis, Texas, was completed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Waxahachie Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and spans 1007 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 1192 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 2.5 square miles, the dam serves to control debris and mitigate flood risks in the region.
Managed by the TCEQ and with a fair condition assessment as of April 2018, Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 76 feet and outlet gates including one slide and two uncontrolled gates. The dam has a moderate risk assessment level and is inspected every five years for maintenance and safety. Though the hazard potential is not available, the dam continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting downstream areas from potential flooding events.
With Congressman Ron Wright representing the district, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, purpose, and management of such dams is essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water systems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1007 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WAXAHACHIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
122 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Drainage Area |
2.5 |
Nid Storage |
1192 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
Waxahachie Ck At Waxahachie
|
7cfs |
Mountain Ck Nr Venus
|
1cfs |
Walnut Ck Nr Mansfield
|
0cfs |
Mountain Ck At Grand Prairie
|
3cfs |
Trinity Rv Bl Dallas
|
1190cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
8cfs |