Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 121 Dam, located in Navarro County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the Chambers Creek.
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Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and stretches over 1675 feet, providing essential flood protection for the surrounding area. With a maximum storage capacity of 985 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 148 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and safeguarding the community from potential flooding events.
Managed by a local government agency and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 121 Dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. Despite being rated as having a high risk potential, the dam's condition is currently not assessed, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With no spillway and limited emergency preparedness measures in place, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive risk management in safeguarding water resources and addressing climate-related challenges in the region.
As a key flood risk reduction infrastructure in the Fort Worth District, Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 121 Dam serves as a critical component in the local water management system. With its strategic location along the Chambers Creek and its significant storage capacity, this dam continues to play a pivotal role in protecting the community from potential flooding events. Moving forward, continued investment in monitoring, maintenance, and emergency preparedness will be essential to ensure the long-term resilience and effectiveness of this vital water resource infrastructure.
Years Modified |
2006 - Other |
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1675 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHAMBERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
1.67 |
Nid Storage |
985 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
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1cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
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11cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
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8cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
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1560cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
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1360cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
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4cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mott - Bardwell Lake
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Highview - Bardwell Lake
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Waxahachie - Bardwell Lake
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