Located in Grayson, Texas, the Choctaw Creek WS SCS Site 39 Dam is a critical infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-IRON ORE CREEK.
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Constructed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 875 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 496 acre-feet, it serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and small fish ponds, fish and wildlife habitat, as well as recreation.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Choctaw Creek WS SCS Site 39 Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the dam's condition remains unrated. With no spillway, the dam features one outlet gate and covers a surface area of 7.7 acres, serving a drainage area of 0.95 square miles. As water resource and climate enthusiasts track its performance, the dam stands as a testament to collaborative efforts in managing flood risks and ensuring community safety.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
875 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-IRON ORE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
0.95 |
Nid Storage |
496 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dam Site
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Fossil Ridge Camping area
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Overflow Camping
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Elm Point Camping Area
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East Burns Run - Lake Texoma
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West Burns Run - Lake Texoma
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