Auds Creek WS SCS Site 8 A Dam, located in Lamar, Texas, is a key structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Cottonwood Branch.
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Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and stretches over 3400 feet in length, offering a maximum storage capacity of 1900 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a fair condition assessment as of January 2018.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the TCEQ, Auds Creek WS SCS Site 8 A Dam has a spillway width of 128 feet and two outlet gates for controlled water release. The dam's inspection frequency is every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in April 2017. Despite a moderate risk assessment level, the dam's hazard potential is not available, indicating a need for further evaluation and risk management measures. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a significant infrastructure for flood mitigation and water storage in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
3400 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
COTTONWOOD BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
3.37 |
Nid Storage |
1900 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |