Dam Report

Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam dam

Texas, USA Tr-North Fork Chambers Creek Hazard Not Available
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Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam -- None dam
Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam None · Tr-North Fork Chambers Creek
About this dam

Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 30 Dam, located in Johnson County, Texas, is a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-North Fork Chambers Creek. Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and stretches over 2763 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 589 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.1 square miles, it plays a pivotal role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 86 feet and is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates for water release. Despite being rated in fair condition during its last assessment in 2017, the dam poses a moderate risk level according to the provided data. Regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood risk management. While the hazard potential and emergency preparedness details are not available, the dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region.

Managed by the local government with regulatory oversight from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 30 Dam serves as a vital component in the broader ecosystem of water resource and climate resilience efforts. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency of extreme events, structures like this dam play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and maintaining a sustainable water supply. With ongoing monitoring and maintenance, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of proactive water management strategies in the face of a changing climate.

StateNone
River / streamTr-North Fork Chambers Creek
NID IDTX03600
Owner typeLocal Government
Primary purposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam typeEarth
Year built1960
Dam height29 ft
Dam length2,763 ft
Max storage589 AF
Normal storage95 AF
Surface area22.0 ac
Drainage area1.1 sq mi
Hazard potentialNot Available
ConditionFair
Last inspectionThu, 20 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

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.
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.
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.

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, environmental 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.
Detailed forecast

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5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.

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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

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Regional inflow

Nearby streamflow gauges

USGS streamgauges around Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.

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FAQ

About Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam

Where does the data for Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam come from?

Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.

How often is the report updated?

NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.

What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?

The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.

What's "% of normal"?

The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).

Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.