The San Diego-Rosita Cks WS SCS Site 8 Dam, located in Duval County, Texas, was completed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along Tarancahuas Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height and structural height matching that measurement. With a length of 3938 feet and a storage capacity of 3939 acre-feet, the dam is designed to manage a maximum discharge of 13400 cubic feet per second.
The dam's spillway, measuring 406 feet in width, is uncontrolled, and it is equipped with slide gates and sluice gates for outlet control. The condition assessment of the dam as of April 2021 is rated as fair, with a moderate risk level of 3. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes inspections every 5 years. The site is situated in a picturesque area, covering a surface area of 45 acres and draining a total area of 31.8 square miles, making it a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in flood control infrastructure in Texas.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
3938 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TARANCAHUAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
45 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
31.8 |
Nid Storage |
3939 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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