Calaveras Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam, located in Bexar County, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to manage flood risk along the TR-CHUPADERAS CREEK.
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The dam, completed in 1956, stands at a height of 35 feet and has a hydraulic height of 34 feet, with a structural height of 35.4 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 62 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1761 acre-feet, the dam plays a significant role in flood risk reduction in the area.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Calaveras Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 278 feet. The dam's outlet gates include a slide (sluice gate) and two uncontrolled gates. The risk assessment for this dam is rated as moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in protecting the surrounding area from potential hazards.
As a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region, Calaveras Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam serves as a critical component of the flood control system, safeguarding the community against the impacts of extreme weather events. The dam's historical significance, combined with its modern risk management measures, underscores its vital role in ensuring water security and climate resilience for the local area.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1955 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHUPADERAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
1761 |
Structural Height |
35.4 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |