Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 33 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam, located in Johnson County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along Turkey Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans 3,100 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1,625 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving the local community by regulating water flow and protecting against potential disasters.

With a fair condition assessment as of June 2018, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, slide gates, and sluice gates for water management. In the event of emergencies, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) is periodically reviewed to meet guidelines and ensure preparedness.

Despite being categorized with a moderate risk level, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from flooding. As a key component of water resource management in the region, this dam exemplifies the collaboration between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS to address climate-related challenges effectively.

Years Modified

1981 - Other

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

3100

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

37

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

3.82

Nid Storage

1625

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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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.