Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 61a Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a Dam, located in Johnson County, Texas, is a key infrastructure managed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the North Fork and South Fork of Chambers Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 29 feet and a length of 967 feet, was completed in 1960 and serves as a critical structure for water resource management in the region. With a normal storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 478 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in mitigating the impact of potential flooding events in the area.

Despite its importance, the dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as "Not Available," and its condition assessment is "Not Rated." However, the risk assessment for Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a Dam is considered high, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures in the future. With no spillway and limited information on emergency action planning, there is a need for further evaluation and potential updates to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this critical flood control structure in the region.

As a local government-owned facility regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a Dam serves as a key example of collaborative efforts between federal, state, and local agencies to manage water resources and reduce flood risks in the area. With its strategic location and design by the USDA NRCS, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting communities and infrastructure along Chambers Creek, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

967

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

N FORK S FORK CHAMBERS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

0.87

Nid Storage

478

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
Seasonal Comparison

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a DamNolan Rv at Blum Preview Nolan Rv At Blum
7.03cfs
7cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a DamMountain Ck nr Venus Preview Mountain Ck Nr Venus
0.82cfs
1cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a DamVillage Ck at Everman Preview Village Ck At Everman
6.47cfs
6cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a DamWalnut Ck nr Mansfield Preview Walnut Ck Nr Mansfield
0.36cfs
0cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a DamBrazos Rv ds Lk Granbury nr Granbury Preview Brazos Rv Ds Lk Granbury Nr Granbury
14.7cfs
15cfs
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 61a DamWaxahachie Ck at Waxahachie Preview Waxahachie Ck At Waxahachie
7.11cfs
7cfs

Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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