The Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam, located in Wheeler County, Texas, is a crucial water resource infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet, with a length of 2454 feet, and a storage capacity of 4838 acre-feet. The dam regulates Gageby Creek, with a drainage area of 47.63 square miles, and can discharge a maximum of 5976 cubic feet per second.
With a fair condition assessment as of April 2021, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections every five years. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 307 feet, and the outlet gates include a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam currently does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. Overall, the Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 21 Dam plays a vital role in water management for irrigation in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource infrastructure in the face of changing climates.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
2454 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
GAGEBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
63 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
47.63 |
Nid Storage |
4838 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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