The Chiltipin San Fernando Cks WS SCS Site 1 Dam, located in Jim Wells, Texas, was completed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the Amargosa Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 4800 feet, with a storage capacity of 5578 acre-feet and a drainage area of 14.5 square miles. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and has a width of 407 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 7105 cubic feet per second.
Despite being in fair condition as of the last assessment in January 2018, the dam is subject to a moderate risk level. The TCEQ regulates and inspects the dam regularly, ensuring its safety and effectiveness in managing floodwaters. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, the Chiltipin San Fernando Cks WS SCS Site 1 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events. This dam is a testament to the importance of effective water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change on local communities.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
4800 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
AMARGOSA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
70 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
14.5 |
Nid Storage |
5578 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Lagarto Ck Nr George West
|
0cfs |
San Fernando Ck At Alice
|
1cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Mathis
|
27cfs |
Nueces Rv At Bluntzer
|
0cfs |
Tranquitas Ck At Kingsville
|
0cfs |
Nueces Rv At Calallen
|
0cfs |