York Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam, located in Guadalupe, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along Cottonwood Creek.
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Built in 1964 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a height of 33 feet and a length of 2250 feet provides storage of 5045 acre-feet during peak flood events. The dam also serves multiple purposes including debris control, fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation, reflecting its versatile role in water resource management.
The dam's spillway, an uncontrolled type with a width of 378 feet, ensures efficient water discharge during heavy rainfall, with a maximum discharge capacity of 30,232 cubic feet per second. The dam's fair condition assessment in 2014 and moderate risk level signal the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its structural integrity and operational effectiveness. With the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) overseeing its regulation, inspection, and enforcement, the York Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam exemplifies collaborative efforts in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
2250 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
126 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
9.7 |
Nid Storage |
5045 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |