Sister Grove Creek WS SCS Site 27 Dam, located in Grayson County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.
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Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 41 feet and spans 1400 feet, with a storage capacity of 566 acre-feet. The dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, Sister Grove Creek Dam is a key feature in the watershed, with a drainage area of 1.21 square miles and a surface area of 18.6 acres. Despite its high hazard potential and the presence of one outlet gate, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. With a risk assessment indicating a high risk level, ongoing risk management measures are essential to ensure the structural integrity and effectiveness of the dam in safeguarding the community from flooding events.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SISTER GROVE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Drainage Area |
1.21 |
Nid Storage |
566 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
41 |