Martinez Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam, located in Bexar County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Salitrillo Creek.
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Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a hydraulic height of 35 feet and a structural height of 44.6 feet. With a storage capacity of 1632 acre-feet, the dam serves to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events, boasting a spillway width of 204 feet for effective water discharge.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Martinez Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam has undergone inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in January 2016. The dam's outlet gates include a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates, ensuring efficient water release mechanisms. Despite being deemed as having a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, indicating a need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures in the future. With its strategic location and functional design, Martinez Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam stands as a crucial asset in safeguarding the community from the impacts of extreme weather events and water resource challenges.
Years Modified |
2007 - Other |
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
2132 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALITRILLO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
1632 |
Structural Height |
44.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
45 |