Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam, located in Fayette County, Texas, was completed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on SHAW CREEK.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 1980 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1865 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 75 feet and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Despite its age, Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam is currently rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment. However, the risk assessment for this dam is moderate (3), indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With a drainage area of 3.12 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 763 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
While the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan or updated inundation maps, its association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service underscores a commitment to sustainable water resource management. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 9 Dam in protecting local communities from flooding events and maintaining the ecological balance of SHAW CREEK.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1980 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
SHAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
149 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
3.12 |
Nid Storage |
1865 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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0cfs |
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0cfs |
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1cfs |
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