Langford Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam, located in Clarksville, Texas, stands as a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam with a buttress core type reaches a height of 26 feet and spans 2044 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 360 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2813 cubic feet per second, the dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding Red River community.
Despite its importance, Langford Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition, with its last inspection in 2017 highlighting areas of concern. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for operational purposes. With a drainage area of 0.6 square miles, the structure plays a critical role in managing water levels and protecting the local environment from potential hazards. As it continues to be regulated by the TCEQ and undergo regular inspections, efforts are underway to address its condition and ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding the region from flooding events.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
2044 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LANGFORD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
360 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Cuthand Ck At Fm 910 Nr Cuthand
|
0cfs |
Sulphur Rv Nr Talco
|
15cfs |
Red River Near De Kalb
|
1160cfs |
White Oak Ck Nr Talco
|
10cfs |
Little River Blw Lukfata Creek
|
572cfs |
White Oak Ck At Ih 30 Nr Omaha
|
16cfs |