Valley Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Taylor, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the West Fork Spring Creek.
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Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and a length of 1950 feet, with a storage capacity of 972 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, although it also supports fire protection, stock, and small fish pond activities in the area.
With a fair condition assessment as of December 2016, Valley Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes state inspections, permitting, and enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water release. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam's hazard potential is not available, indicating a need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Valley Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam a fascinating example of engineering for flood control in the Texas landscape.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1950 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
WEST FORK SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
3.26 |
Nid Storage |
972 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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