Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 139 Dam, located in Corsicana, Texas, stands as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Post Oak Creek.
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Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam boasts a height of 25 feet and a length of 4695 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 83 acre-feet. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 247 feet, can handle a maximum discharge of 8134 cubic feet per second, ensuring efficient water management during heavy rainfall events.
Managed by the TCEQ and designated as a state-regulated structure, Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 139 Dam has undergone periodic inspections, with its condition assessed as satisfactory during the last evaluation in 2014. The dam's emergency action plan, last revised in 2013, aligns with guidelines to mitigate potential risks, earning it a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. As a crucial component of water resource infrastructure in Navarro County, this dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government entities and federal agencies in safeguarding communities against flood hazards while promoting sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
4695 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POST OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
2.98 |
Nid Storage |
3017 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 0, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |