Constructed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 56.5 feet and has a length of 2210 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 2839 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5.31 square miles.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam's condition is assessed as 'Fair', with the last inspection conducted in April 2021. It has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 202 feet and is equipped with slide and uncontrolled gates for water release. The dam poses a moderate risk level, with a hazard potential that is not available.
Despite being a vital infrastructure for flood control in the area, Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam has not been modified in recent years, indicating its stability and reliability in managing water resources. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering behind this structure and its contribution to the community's safety and environmental protection.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
2210 |
Dam Height |
56.5 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH NOLAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
56.5 |
Drainage Area |
5.31 |
Nid Storage |
2839 |
Structural Height |
56.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
57 |
Nolan Ck At S Penelope
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40cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Belton
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25cfs |
Lampasas Rv Nr Belton
|
8cfs |
Salado Ck At Salado
|
10cfs |
Lampasas Rv At Ding Dong
|
27cfs |
Cowhouse Ck At Pidcoke
|
10cfs |
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Belton Lake Military - Fort Hood
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Westcliff - Belton Lake
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Owl Creek - Belton Lake
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Live Oak Ridge Park - Belton Lake
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