Turkey Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam, located in Cottonwood, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Cottonwood Creek.
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Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans a length of 3035 feet, with a storage capacity of 713 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential inundation during heavy rainfall events.
Managed by the TCEQ, the dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The last inspection in April 2021 deemed the dam to be in fair condition, with an inspection frequency of every five years. Equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam has a spillway width of 112 feet to handle a maximum discharge of 1450 cubic feet per second. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the Turkey Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam remains a vital asset in the region's water resource and climate management efforts.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
3035 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
1.76 |
Nid Storage |
713 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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