Located in Lamar, Texas, Auds Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the area.
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Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a height of 27 feet and a length of 1350 feet serves the primary purpose of flood control along the TR-BAKER BRANCH stream. With a storage capacity of 740 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Auds Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being rated as having a high risk level, its hazard potential is not available, and its condition has not been assessed. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam's design and construction ensure the safety of nearby communities while operating within its intended flood risk reduction function.
Although lacking detailed risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols, Auds Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam remains a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of such structures in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water security is essential for sustainable development and environmental resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1350 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAKER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
1.08 |
Nid Storage |
740 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |