Lower Plum Creek WS SCS Site 24 Dam, located in Caldwell, Texas, was completed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Spanish Oak Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 1715 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1066 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 142 feet, is uncontrolled, and it features slide and uncontrolled outlet gates.
Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2015, with a moderate risk rating, this dam has not had its hazard potential evaluated. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections every 5 years. With its strategic location and design, Lower Plum Creek WS SCS Site 24 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a significant infrastructure contributing to the resilience of the local watershed.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1715 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
SPANISH OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
1.87 |
Nid Storage |
1066 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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