The Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 129 Dam, located in Navarro County, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the Lockheart Branch.
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Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and stretches 1840 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 2119 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with uncontrolled spillways and two outlet gates to manage excess water flow.
With a fair condition assessment as of 2014, this dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Managed by the TCEQ and meeting state regulatory standards, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 129 Dam serves as a vital component in the region's water resource management infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact precipitation patterns and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, maintaining and enhancing the resilience of such dams becomes paramount for mitigating flood risks and protecting communities downstream.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1840 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
LOCKHEART BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
3.22 |
Nid Storage |
2119 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
11cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
|
1cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
8cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
1890cfs |