Little Elm and Laterals WS SCS Site 2 Dam, located in Grayson, Texas, serves as a crucial asset for flood risk reduction along TR-Little Elm Creek.
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Built in 1966 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet with a length of 3870 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2333 acre-feet. Despite its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also supports fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and fish and wildlife habitat.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment but is classified as having a high risk potential. With no spillway and limited inspection data available, there is a need for further assessment and risk management measures to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the structure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Little Elm and Laterals WS SCS Site 2 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for managing water flow and protecting downstream communities.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
3870 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
58 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
4.25 |
Nid Storage |
2333 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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