Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam is a vital earth dam located in Mills County, Texas, designed by the USDA NRCS in 1965 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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With a height of 42 feet and a length of 1600 feet, this dam boasts a normal storage capacity of 127 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 1445 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Pompey Creek, it serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, covering a drainage area of 4.27 square miles and offering a surface area of 20.4 acres.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam has undergone regular inspections, with its condition assessed as fair as of April 2021. The dam features uncontrolled spillways, slide gates, and a buttress core design, ensuring its structural integrity and efficient water management. Despite being labeled as having a moderate risk level, the dam remains a key infrastructure for irrigation purposes, contributing to the sustainability of water resources in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam to be an intriguing example of responsible water infrastructure management in Texas, showcasing the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for long-term water resource stability and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POMPEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
4.27 |
Nid Storage |
1445 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
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