Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 12 Dam, located in Hemphill, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Washita River.
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Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and stretches over 850 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 374 acre-feet, it serves the primary purpose of flood control in the region.
Despite being a state-regulated dam under the oversight of TCEQ, its hazard potential and condition assessment remain unspecified. The dam features a single slide gate outlet and no spillway, posing a high risk level of 2. Although lacking certain inspection and emergency preparedness data, Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 12 Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area, underscoring the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring for its continued effectiveness.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
1.57 |
Nid Storage |
374 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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