Home Creek WS SCS Site 17 Dam, located in Coleman, Texas, was completed in 1964 and is owned by the local government.
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Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 2350 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with additional purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, and recreation.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this dam on the TR-Home Creek is state-regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure public safety. With a storage capacity of 996 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is not rated, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate risks and ensure its structural integrity.
The Home Creek WS SCS Site 17 Dam, part of the Fort Worth District, serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water management in the region. With its strategic location and design, the dam plays a key role in protecting the community from potential flooding events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the significance of such structures in safeguarding our natural environment and supporting sustainable development efforts.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
2350 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HOME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
996 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
|
21cfs |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
22cfs |